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Anatomy of a Business Letter

Identify the standard parts of a business letter and other related terms.

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DatelineDisplays the date the letter was keyed and mailed.
Letter AddressConsists of the receiver's name and title, street address or post office box number, and the city/state/zip code.
SalutationA formal greeting which includes the receiver's title and last name.
BodyThe paragraphs of the document.
Complimentary CloseA formal closing after the body of the document (Sincerely/Regards, etc).
Reference initialsThe initials of the person who typed/keyed the document
EnclosureIndicates an Enclosure has been included in the envelope
Block styleAll items of the business letter begin at the left margin - No indentation.
Open punctuationNo punctuation is used following the salutation and complimentary close
Mixed punctuationA combination of punctuations are used after the salutation and complimentary closing.
Signature BlockAuthor and his/her title
LetterheadPre-printed Sender's Company/Name and Address
Copy NotationTo whom copies of the original letter were sent


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