In a formal letter, ‘Yours faithfully’ is known as
A. salutation
B. subscription
C. superscription
D. subject
Answers
Answer:
If the letter begins with Dear Sir, Dear Sirs, Dear Madam, or Dear Sir/Madam, the COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE should be "Yours faithfully". If the letter begins with a personal name, e.g. Dear Mr James, Dear Mrs Robinson, or Dear Ms Jasmin, it should be "Yours sincerely".
In a formal letter, ‘Yours faithfully’ is known as
A. salutation B. subscription C. superscription D. subject
Correct answer is :
A. salutation
Explanation:
In a formal letter, ‘Yours faithfully’ is known as 'salutation.'
‘Yours faithfully’ phrase are used for salutation. This salutation is used even when a recipient is not addressed by name. In such a situation, while ending the letter, the phrase 'Yours faithfully' is used to end the letter. This type of usage is common in formal letters.
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