Which of the following examples is most effective in the context of the you-attitude conveyed through word usage?

A. I can wait for your response till Friday evening.
B. You can give me your response by Friday evening.
C. You cannot give me your response after Friday evening.
D. I expect your response before Friday evening.


B
"You can give me your response by Friday evening" is the most effective sentence in the
context of the you-attitude conveyed through word usage. Sentences that use the you-attitude
emphasize the reader instead of the writer. By focusing on the reader, you are more likely to
gain his or her acceptance or cooperation. Also, using a negative word with "you" can result in
a negative sentence.

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