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Your friend, Sarah, is moving to a new city and asks for your advice on finding an apartment. In an email, what is the most appropriate opening phrase after the salutation?

A friendly greeting followed by a direct statement of purpose that acknowledges the recipient's situation is the most appropriate and helpful opening for an adv

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Question: Your friend, Sarah, is moving to a new city and asks for your advice on finding an apartment. In an email, what is the most appropriate opening phrase after the salutation?

Answer options: ✅ I hope this email finds you well! I was thinking about your move and wanted to offer some tips.

  • Hey, just writing to tell you how hard it is to find a place.
  • Subject: Apartment Search (urgent!)
  • How are things? I'm busy but thought I'd respond.

Correct answer: I hope this email finds you well! I was thinking about your move and wanted to offer some tips.

Explanation: A friendly greeting followed by a direct statement of purpose that acknowledges the recipient's situation is the most appropriate and helpful opening for an advice email to a friend.

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