Multiple Choice
You have written the following statements to refuse a request. Which of the following strategies does this refusal employ? Although we are proud to have regularly contributed to causes such as yours in the past, our current annual profits do not allow us to make any charitable donations.
A) suggest an alternative
B) imply the refusal
C) use passive voice
D) make a compromise
Correct Answer:

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Correct Answer:
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