BUSCOM-1

Question 1

Traditionally written on paper and often formal in tone, letters are used for personal,
business, or official communication.

Answer 1

Letters:

Question 2

They can be handwritten or typed and may be delivered physically (via post) or electronically (in the case of digital letters).

Answer 2

Letters:

Question 3

A more modern form of communication, emails are sent electronically via email servers and are usually less formal than traditional letters.

Answer 3

Emails:

Question 4

They are widely used for business correspondence, personal communication, or notifications. _______ can be composed, sent, and received within seconds, making them an efficient form of communication.

Answer 4

Emails

Question 5

what are the Types of Letters:

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1. .Personal Letters:
2. Business Letters:
3. Official Letters:

Question 6

Two types of Personal Letters:

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1. Informal Letters:
2. Formal Personal Letters:

Question 7

Written to friends, family, or acquaintances, typically with a casual and friendly tone.

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Informal Letters:

Question 8

Used for formal personal matters, such as invitations, condolences, or congratulations.

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Formal Personal Letters:

Question 9

types of Business Letters:

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1. Cover Letters:
2. Complaint Letters:
3. Inquiry Letters:
4. Resignation Letters:
5. Recommendation Letters:
6. Acceptance Letters:
7. Thank-You Letters:

Question 10

Sent with a resume or application for a job. It introduces the candidate and highlights their qualifications.

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Cover Letters:

Question 11

Used to address dissatisfaction with a product, service, or situation.

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Complaint Letters:

Question 12

Written to ask for information or clarification.

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Inquiry Letters:

Question 13

Official letters to inform an employer of your decision to leave a job.

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Resignation Letters:

Question 14

Written to vouch for someone’s skills, abilities, or character, typically for academic or professional purposes.

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Recommendation Letters:

Question 15

Used to accept an invitation or offer, such as for a job, an event, or a position.

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Acceptance Letters:

Question 16

Express gratitude for a service, gift, or opportunity.

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Thank-You Letters:

Question 17

Types of Official Letters:

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1. Government Correspondence:
2. Letters to Organizations:

Question 18

Formal communication with government bodies, such as requests, applications, or petitions.

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Government Correspondence:

Question 19

Correspondence to institutions like schools, hospitals, or companies regarding inquiries, requests, or complaints.

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Letters to Organizations:

Question 20

What are the Types of Emails:

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1. Personal Emails:
2. Professional Emails:
3. Business/Corporate Emails:

Question 21

What are the Personal Emails:

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1. Informal Emails:
2. Formal Personal Emails:

Question 22

Casual and friendly messages to friends or family members.

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Informal Emails:

Question 23

These are polite and respectful emails for formal personal communication (e.g., professional thank-you notes, personal invitations).

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Formal Personal Emails:

Question 24

What are the types of Professional Emails:

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1. Job Application Emails:
2. Thank-You Emails:
3. Inquiry Emails:
4. Follow-Up Emails:
5. Complaint Emails:
6. Confirmation Emails:

Question 25

Emails that accompany a resume and cover letter when applying for a job.

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Job Application Emails:

Question 26

Expressing gratitude for a meeting, job interview, or favor.

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Thank-You Emails:

Question 27

Requests for information or clarification about a specific topic or issue.

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Inquiry Emails:

Question 28

Sent to follow up on a previous conversation, meeting, or application.

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Follow-Up Emails:

Question 29

Used to address issues with products, services, or situations in a professional setting.

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Complaint Emails:

Question 30

Acknowledge receipt of information, confirming appointments, or acknowledging reservations.

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Confirmation Emails:

Question 31

Types of Business/Corporate Emails:

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1. Internal Emails: 2. External Emails: 3. Newsletters: 4. Sales Emails: 5. Meeting Invitations:

Question 32

Communication within a company or organization, often used for work updates, meetings, or announcements.

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Internal Emails:

Question 33

Correspondence with clients, vendors, or other businesses for professional purposes.

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External Emails:

Question 34

Emails sent to subscribers with company updates, promotions, or information.

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Newsletters:

Question 35

Sent to promote a product or service to potential clients or customers.

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Sales Emails:

Question 36

Emails inviting colleagues or clients to a meeting, often containing dates, times, and locations.

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Meeting Invitations:

Question 37

WHAT ARE THE THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN WRITING LETTERS AND EMAILS

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1. Purpose of the Message: 2. Organize Your Thoughts: 3. Be Respectful of the Reader’s Time: 4. Personalization 5. Use a Clear and Relevant Subject (for Emails) 6. Professional Email Signature: 7. Clarity Over Cleverness 8. Actionable Items 9. Formatting 10. Be Mindful of Emojis and Informal Language 11. Proofread Before Sending 12. Respect Timing 13. Avoid Overuse of "Reply All 14. Ensure Confidentiality and Privacy 15. Closing Remarks

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Know the Goal

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. Purpose of the Message:

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Outline Logical Flow

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2. Organize Your Thoughts:

Question 40

Get to the Point Use Bullet Points

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3. Be Respectful of the Reader’s Time:

Question 41

Make It Personal Address the Recipient’s Needs

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4. Personalization

Question 42

Be Descriptive Use Action Words

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5. Use a Clear and Relevant Subject (for Emails)

Question 43

Standard Signature Keep It Simple

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6. Professional Email Signature:

Question 44

Avoid Over-Complexity Avoid Excessive Humor

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7. Clarity Over Cleverness

Question 45

Clarify Next Steps

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8. Actionable Items

Question 46

Break Up Large Chunks of Text Use Bold/Italics for Emphasis Keep Fonts Simple

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9. Formatting

Question 47

Professional Settings Casual Context

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10. Be Mindful of Emojis and Informal Language

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Avoid Autocorrect Mistakes Check for Tone

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11. Proofread Before Sending

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Consider Time Zones Respond Promptly

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12. Respect Timing

Question 50

Be Selective

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13. Avoid Overuse of "Reply All

Question 51

Be Cautious with Sensitive Info Blind Carbon Copy (BCC)

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14. Ensure Confidentiality and Privacy

Question 52

Express Gratitude Polite Ending

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15. Closing Remarks

Question 53

________ is a concise document summarizing a person’s education, work experience, skills, and qualifications.

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Resume

Question 54

It is tailored for a specific job application, focusing on the most relevant information to showcase the candidate’s suitability for the role.

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Resume

Question 55

Typically 1–2 pages long.

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Resume

Question 56

A brief summary of your education, work experience, skills, and accomplishments.

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Resume

Question 57

More focused on specific roles or industries. Often tailored for a particular job application.

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Resume

Question 58

A __________ (Latin for "course of life") is a detailed document that provides a comprehensive overview of a person’s academic background, professional experience, skills, and achievements.

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Curriculum Vitae

Question 59

It can include sections like education, publications, research, presentations, certifications, and more.

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Curriculum Vitae

Question 60

Often longer, usually 2+ pages.

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Curriculum Vitae

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Detailed listing of all academic achievements, work experience, research, publications, etc. Often used for academic or research positions, or internationally.

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Curriculum Vitae

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What are the KEY SECTIONS FOR RESUME

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1.Header:

Question 63

Full name, phone number, email address, and LinkedIn (optional). Optional: Address or portfolio/website link.

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1.Header: 2. Summary or Objective (optional): 3. Skills: 4. Experience: 5. Education: 6. Certifications (optional): 7. Projects or Publications (optional): 8. Languages or Volunteer Work (optional):

Question 64

A short statement (1–3 sentences) about your goals, skills, and what you bring to the role.

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2. Summary or Objective (optional):

Question 65

A bullet-point list of hard skills (software, technical skills) and soft skills (communication, teamwork).

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3. Skills:

Question 66

Reverse chronological order (most recent job first). Include job title, company name, location, and dates. Bullet points for key responsibilities and achievements.

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4. Experience:

Question 67

Degree(s), institution(s), graduation date(s), honors or relevant coursework (optional).

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5. Education:

Question 68

Relevant certifications or training.

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6. Certifications (optional):

Question 69

If applicable, highlight any major projects or research.

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7. Projects or Publications (optional):

Question 70

Languages spoken or significant volunteer work.

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8. Languages or Volunteer Work (optional):

Question 71

WHAT ARE THE KEY SECTIONS FOR CV

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1.Header: 2. Personal Profile (optional): 3. Education: 4. Research Interests (for academic CVs): 5. Work Experience: 6. Publications and Presentations: 7. Skills: 8. Awards, Honors, and Fellowships: 9. Professional Associations or Affiliations: 10. References:

Question 72

Same as the resume (name, contact, etc.).

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1.Header:

Question 73

A brief paragraph summarizing your professional background and achievements.

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2. Personal Profile (optional):

Question 74

Include degree(s), dissertation or thesis topics, academic honors, and dates of study.

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3. Education:

Question 75

Detail any research areas or academic interests.

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4. Research Interests (for academic CVs):

Question 76

More detailed than a resume, include job title, company, dates, and describe your responsibilities.

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5. Work Experience:

Question 77

List all papers, articles, or conferences you have participated in.

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6. Publications and Presentations:

Question 78

Similar to the resume, but may also include technical and research skills.

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7. Skills:

Question 79

Include scholarships, academic awards, fellowships, etc.

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8. Awards, Honors, and Fellowships:

Question 80

Memberships in relevant organizations or societies.

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9. Professional Associations or Affiliations:

Question 81

Often provided at the end of a CV, unlike a resume (references are typically available upon request in a resume).

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10. References:

Question 82

Tips for Both: Resume and CV

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1.Customization: 2. Clear and concise formatting: 3. Action verbs: 4. No errors: 5. Keep it relevant:

Question 83

Tailor each resume/CV for the specific job or role you’re applying to.

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1.Customization:

Question 84

Use bullet points and make sure it’s easy to scan.

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2. Clear and concise formatting:

Question 85

Use strong action verbs (e.g., "Led, " "Developed," "Initiated").

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3. Action verbs:

Question 86

Proofread thoroughly for typos or grammatical mistakes.

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4. No errors:

Question 87

Focus on the skills and experience that are most pertinent to the role or field you're targeting.

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5. Keep it relevant: