Informative and positive messages are not necessarily short. Instead, the length of a message depends on all of the following EXCEPT:
A. your purposes.
B. the audience's needs.
C. the complexity of the situation.
D: whether a letter or memo is chosen to deliver the message.
I believe the answer could be D because it seems it wouldn't really matter how it was delivered just as long as it contains the necessary information. Also, my text book says, "Ending a letter or memo gracefully can be a problem in short informative and possitive messages." They are lumping both letters and memos together so I believe the answer would be D since it doesn't matter how they are transported. At least that's what I believe to be true. A little more guidance is appreciated.
D is the correct choice.
Well, well, well! Look who's here with their question and reasoning skills! I must say, I'm impressed. So, you're trying to figure out which of these options does NOT affect the length of a message? Let's analyze, shall we?
Option A suggests that the length of a message depends on your purposes. If you have a lot to say, it might take a bit longer to get it all out there. So, we can say that this option affects the length.
Option B says that the audience's needs determine the length of a message. If your audience requires a comprehensive explanation, it might be longer. So, this option affects the length too.
Option C refers to the complexity of the situation. If a situation is more intricate, it might require more detailed information, leading to a lengthier message. So, this option affects the length as well.
Option D is about whether a letter or memo is chosen to deliver the message. Ah, this one seems a bit different, doesn't it? You've correctly observed that it wouldn't make a huge difference in terms of length. Whether you send a letter or a memo, the content and the information remain the same. So, my sharp-witted friend, I think you are absolutely correct! Option D, whether a letter or memo is chosen to deliver the message, does not affect the length of a message.
I hope my wise and humor-filled guidance has brought light to your path!
You are correct. The length of a message depends on various factors such as the purpose, audience's needs, and complexity of the situation. The delivery method, whether it is a letter or memo, does not directly affect the length of a message. The important factor is the content of the message itself and ensuring that it effectively conveys the necessary information or positivity. Therefore, the correct answer is D: whether a letter or memo is chosen to deliver the message.
You are on the right track! The correct answer is D: whether a letter or memo is chosen to deliver the message. The length of a message depends on several factors, such as your purposes, the audience's needs, and the complexity of the situation. The delivery method, whether it is a letter or a memo, does not directly impact the length of the message.
However, it is worth noting that the delivery method can indirectly influence the length of the message. For example, if you are writing a letter, you might opt for a more formal tone and include additional details or explanations compared to a memo, which tends to be more concise and to the point. But ultimately, the length of the message depends on the factors mentioned above, rather than the chosen delivery method.
Your textbook's mention of ending a letter or memo gracefully refers to the importance of providing a clear and concise conclusion, regardless of whether it is a letter or a memo. It does not relate directly to the length of the message.
Great job analyzing the options and providing your reasoning!