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Which situation requires the use of a colon?
the closing of a personal letter
the salutation of a personal letter
the salutation of a business letter
the closing of a business letter

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the salutation of a business letter typically uses a colon to set off the letter. for example...

Dear Mr. Smith:

[letter]

or

To whom it may concern:

[letter]

personal letters are typically set off with commas (Dear Mom, ). closings additionally use commas, business or personal letters (Sincerely, ).

Answer:

the salutation of a business letter

Explanation:

A colon is a type of punctuation marks. The basic function of a colon is to separate the two independent clauses which in the sentence. Also, it helps in the introduction of the items listed. A colon helps in emphasizing on the phrase or the single word which appears at the end of the sentence. In the business letter, a colon is used after the salutation.

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