Question

Mr. Hoggins is writing a letter to his friend, David Miller, informing him that he will be in town the next week to visit. Which of the following is an appropriate salutation for the letter?

• A. Dear Mr. Miller,
• B. Dear David,
• C. To whom it may concern
• D. Hello David,

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (D)

The correct options are
B Dear David,
D Hello David,

Option A - 'Dear Mr. Miller' can't be used here as we use 'Mr. Surname' when we write a formal letter. Here, 'Mr. Hoggins' is writing a letter to his friend and so it is an informal letter. Thus option A is incorrect.

Option C - 'To whom it may concern' is used in formal letters. Thus option C is incorrect.

Options B and D - 'Dear David and Hello David' can be used here as the letter is a formal letter. Thus options B and D are the correct answers.