Which of the following date displays is correct for a business letter?
A) 03/06/2011
B) 12 Oct. 2011
C) 2011 January 07
D) May 16, 2011

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The best choice is May 16, 2011 because it follows the standard format of month, day, year and is written out in full. This format is widely recognized and accepted in business communication. The other options either use an ambiguous date format (A), an abbreviated month (B), or an unconventional order (C).

Which of the Following Date Displays Is Correct for a Business