________ is an example of a formal letter.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → A letter to an editor
A formal letter is written for an official purpose to someone one deals with in an official capacity, such as an editor, a principal, a government officer or a company. A letter to the editor of a newspaper, raising a public issue, follows the formal format and tone.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: A letter to a friend — Incorrect. A letter to a friend is a personal, informal letter.
Option 3: A letter to a relative — Incorrect. Letters to relatives are informal letters.
Option 4: A letter to one's family — Incorrect. A letter home to one's family is also informal.