Chen has decided to supplement his job application to the Wendell Corporation with a letter to the Senior Manager of Human Resources. However, he knows neither the name nor the gender of the Senior Manager. Which of the following is the best way to address the recipient without displaying gender bias?
A) "Dear Sir/Madam."
B) "To Whom It May Concern."
C) "Dear Senior Manager of Human Resources."
D) "Hi!"

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Option C is the best way to address the recipient without displaying gender bias as it directly addresses the Senior Manager of Human Resources without using any gender-specific language. Option A ("Dear Sir/Madam") assumes the recipient is either male or female, and option B ("To Whom It May Concern") seems too generic and impersonal. Option D ("Hi!") is too informal for a job application.

Chen Has Decided to Supplement His Job Application to the Wendell