question 12 (multiple choice — dok 3)\n* 5 points\nyou want to email your boss about needing to leave work…

question 12 (multiple choice — dok 3)\n* 5 points\nyou want to email your boss about needing to leave work early for a doctor’s appointment. which revision most improves professionalism?\n\na. “hey i gotta dip early tmrw for a doc appt, cool?”\n\nb. “dear mr. thompson, i need to leave early tomorrow. let me know.”\n\nc. “what time is my shift?” thank you, emma smith\n\nd. “dear mr. thompson, i hope you are doing well. i have a doctor’s appointment tomorrow and will need to leave at 3:30 pm. please let me know if this is acceptable. thank you, emma smith

question 12 (multiple choice — dok 3)\n* 5 points\nyou want to email your boss about needing to leave work early for a doctor’s appointment. which revision most improves professionalism?\n\na. “hey i gotta dip early tmrw for a doc appt, cool?”\n\nb. “dear mr. thompson, i need to leave early tomorrow. let me know.”\n\nc. “what time is my shift?” thank you, emma smith\n\nd. “dear mr. thompson, i hope you are doing well. i have a doctor’s appointment tomorrow and will need to leave at 3:30 pm. please let me know if this is acceptable. thank you, emma smith

Answer

Brief Explanations:

To determine the most professional email, we analyze each option:

  • Option A uses informal language ("gotta dip", "tmrw", "cool") which is unprofessional for workplace communication.
  • Option B is too brief and doesn't mention the reason for leaving early, lacking clarity and completeness.
  • Option C is off - topic as it asks about shift time instead of addressing the doctor's appointment and leaving early.
  • Option D is formal, addresses the boss appropriately ("Dear Mr. Thompson"), provides a clear reason (doctor's appointment), a specific time (3:30 PM), and a polite request for approval, along with a proper sign - off ("Thank you, Emma Smith"). This meets the standards of professional workplace communication.

Answer:

D. "Dear Mr. Thompson, I hope you are doing well. I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow and will need to leave at 3:30 PM. Please let me know if this is acceptable. Thank you, Emma Smith"