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Good morning class, good morning teacher, my name is Eduardo.

one of the
elements of the 7th group. I will continue with the main types of letters, then I will
talk about the basis for comparing formal and informal letters, and finally I will
finish with the conclusion of the work,

We have the resignation letter: This letter is submitted to the competent authorities
when an individual You want to resign from your position with a company or
government entity. It must be written in friendly and formal language, explaining the
reasons for the dismissal.

Letter of Power of Attorney: This letter establishes a representative relationship


between two individuals. It is used when one person needs another person to represent
their interests in sensitive situations like finance or health matters. The power of
attorney acts on behalf of the represented person, possessing the same authority and
rights. It requires the signature and date of both parties and may even need a lawyer or
notary to testify.

Dismissal Letter: This letter informs an employee that they have been fired or
dismissed from a company. It states the reasons for the termination, aiming to minimize
any possible damage.

Circular Letter: This is a letter that announces or circulates the same information or
message to a large number of recipients simultaneously. It may be used to communicate
messages such as introducing a new product, changing business address, or notifying
about partner retirement or admission. Additionally, it can be sent to rectify any
previously reported errors by ensuring the correct information is circulated.

Official Letter: When a letter contains official information such as rules, regulations,
facts, figures, activities, systems, or procedures, it is referred to as an official letter. It is
written in accordance with official decorum and is commonly used by employees to
send official messages between branches and offices. Official letters strictly adhere to
prescribed rules, regulations, structure, and style of the organization.
BASIS FOR FORMAL LETTER INFORMAL LETRER
COMPARISON
Meaning A formal letter is a letter, A letter written in an friendly
written in formal language, manner, to someone you are
in the stipulated format, for familiar with, is called
official purpose. informal letter.
Objective Professional Personal Communication
Communication
Format Written in prescribed No prescribed format.
format only.
Written in First person - Business First, second or third person.
letters, third person - others
Written to Business, college/institute, Friends, family, acquaintances
employer, organizations, etc
etc.
Voice Passive Active
Sentences Long and complex Short and simple
Size Concise Large or concice
Contractions and Avoided Used
Abbreviations
Conclusion

letters have always been important for communicating personal, professional, and
official messages. They can express emotions and information in a special way. From
ancient times to today, letters allow people from all over the world to stay connected.
Letters are more than just words on paper; they reveal our true thoughts and desires.
Even in a digital world, letter writing remains popular, keeping the tradition of human
communication alive. Each type of letter has its own voice, influenced by its purpose
and culture. All types of letters show the human ability to connect and express complex
feelings. Letters, in their many forms, tell the stories of humanity and show how we can
communicate in deep and meaningful ways.

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