Question

Grant is writing to the council to contest a parking fine. Select the sentences that contain language inappropriate for a formal text. I writing to you to complain about a speeding fine that I have just received. The reference number is WMP-3736-2022. I would like to start by saying that I am a very careful driver with over 10 years' experience. Indeed, I have never gone blasting down the A399 as you suggest. The cost of the suggested fine is also grossly excessive in my opinion. Who can afford to shell out over £100 for nothing these days with prices rising as they are? Please contact me as soon as possible with regard to this matter.

Answer 1

The sentences that contain language inappropriate for a formal text are: 'I would like to start by saying that I am a very careful driver with over 10 years' experience.' 'Indeed, I have never gone blasting down the A399 as you suggest.' 'The cost of the suggested fine is also grossly excessive in my opinion.' 'Who can afford to shell out over £100 for nothing these days with prices rising as they are?' 'Please contact me as soon as possible with regard to this matter.'

Step-by-step explanation:

The sentences that contain language inappropriate for a formal text are:

• I would like to start by saying that I am a very careful driver with over 10 years' experience.
• Indeed, I have never gone blasting down the A399 as you suggest.
• The cost of the suggested fine is also grossly excessive in my opinion.
• Who can afford to shell out over £100 for nothing these days with prices rising as they are?
• Please contact me as soon as possible with regard to this matter.

To make the language more appropriate for a formal text, these sentences can be revised to: