In an email, which subject line is the clearest?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Request for leave approval, 5–7 March
A clear subject line states the purpose and key details.
Answer: Request for leave approval, 5–7 March.
Why not the others: Hello: it says nothing about the purpose. Urgent!!!: it does not state the matter. Question about something: it is vague.
Answer: Request for leave approval, 5–7 March.
Why not the others: Hello: it says nothing about the purpose. Urgent!!!: it does not state the matter. Question about something: it is vague.
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