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Writing business letters

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Business letters and business memos are quite similar. But they also have some significant differences.

Let's start by looking at the similarities.

Both business memos and business letters should be concise and to the point.

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Business letters adhere to a specific format and structure.

Business letters are often used in professional situations to convey information from one person/company to another.

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Now let's assess the differences.

Business letters should be formal in tone and style.

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