In Sean's written business proposal,he addressed the recipients as "Ladies and Men." According to your textbook,why is this inappropriate?
A)Sean should have used non-generic "He" verbal messages.
B)Sean should have used non-generic "Man" verbal messages.
C)Sean should have used parallel verbal messages.
D)Sean should have used generic "She" verbal messages.

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Sean should have used parallel verbal messages to maintain consistency and avoid awkward or potentially offensive phrasing. "Ladies and Men" is not parallel; more appropriate would be "Ladies and Gentlemen" or another gender-neutral greeting.

In Sean's Written Business Proposal,he Addressed the Recipients as "Ladies