A short report should be written in the indirect order when _____.
A) the reader and the writer share a personal relationship
B) the reader expects the use of such personal pronouns as "I," "we," and "you"
C) the reader is not likely to favor the recommendation in the report
D) the reader needs the report conclusion or recommendation as a basis for a quick action
E) the reader is to use the report to solve day-to-day problems

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Writing in the indirect order can help soften any negative news or recommendations, making it a better choice when the reader is not likely to favor the recommendation in the report.

A Short Report Should Be Written in the Indirect Order