The drains in your lane in Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur, have been overflowing for ten days. You write to the Municipal Officer of your ward about it. What kind of letter is this?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → A letter of complaint
The writer tells the officer about a problem that has gone on for ten days. A letter that reports such a problem and asks for action is a letter of complaint.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: A letter to the editor — Incorrect. A letter to the editor goes to a newspaper. This letter goes to the Municipal Officer.
Option 2: A letter of enquiry — Incorrect. A letter of enquiry asks for information, such as fees or prices.
Option 3: A letter of invitation — Incorrect. A letter of invitation asks someone to come to an event.