Which of the following is an effective statement for an information or procedure e-mail or memo?
A) You are not allowed to smoke inside any room in any building according to the company's smoke-free workplace policy.
B) This is to inform you that the company at which you are currently employed has a smoke-free workplace policy.
C) Haven't you noticed the no-smoking signs located throughout the workplace?
D) Smokers may use the smoking area outside the north entrance as part of our smoke-free workplace policy.

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Only "Smokers may use the smoking area outside the north entrance as part of our smoke-free workplace policy" is effective because it is stated positively and concisely. Other responses are wordy, indirect, negative, or use long lead-ins.

Which of the Following Is an Effective Statement for an Information