Which of the following sentences is an example of formal language?
A. Hey guys, we really hope you can come to our party.
B. We're having a cool party. Everyone is invited.
C. We invite you to attend a party that is being hosted by our class on Friday.
D. We cordially invite you to condescend to attend our festive function on Friday.
C/Explanation
A. This language is too casual for a formal audience.
B. This language is too casual for a formal audience.
C. Formal language is precise language used in serious settings.
D. Formal language is precise language used in serious settings. This is not an example of precise language.
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