This is a letter-writing task. You have to write a letter of 120-180 words in a

neutral/formal style in response to another letter. Your letter must include the five

Content points which are written in the form of notes on the letter provided.

What is being tested

This task tests your ability to organise the content of a letter, to use language

Accurately and appropriately, and to carry out various language functions, such as

explaining, refuting, correcting, presenting/developing arguments, suggesting, etc.

Tips

Make sure you include all of the content points from the handwritten notes in a logical order

- make a plan before you start so that you don't forget anything.

C Try to avoid using the same language as in the notes, which may be too informal.

C Maintain an appropriate level of formality, using a correct opening and closing.

Keep the word limit in mind while writing. You will be penalised if you write too few words.

Use paragraphing to organise your letter clearly.

You must answer this question.

Your client, Lumber Products, Inc., contracted with Computer Analysts, Inc. for the

Purchase of a program to manage a computerised ordering system. The system

Was not completed on time, and it failed to perform the functions intended.

The president of Computer Analysts, Eric Vollbreckt, has now sent a letter to your

client's president.

Read the letter from the Mr Vollbreckt, on which you have made some notes.

Then, using all the information in the notes, write a letter to Mr Vollbreckt on

Behalf of your client.

As you are aware, an invoice in the amount of$200,000 is still outstanding on the work performed

Yes we by Computer Analysts pursuant to our agreement. As you have indicated, implementation of the

did)' system was delayed by several months. However, you were informed of the delay and made no

Objections to it. In addition, all of the problems related to the functionality of the system were

Rectified months ago, and the system is operating in accordance with contract specifications.

In consideration of the above, and the fact that the system has been implemented, Lumber

Products has waived any right to claim breach due to delay~clearly no other breach has been

What comm.itted by Computer Analysts.

In light of the above, this is a final demand for receipt of full payment within ten business days

About of this letter. In the event that Lumber Products fails to make payment in full within this period,

Breach we intend to have our lawyers file an action against your company for breach of contract.

Of We have attempted to settle this matter with you on an amicable basis.These attempts have been

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Part 2

What you have to do

This part of the examination involves the writing of a memorandum. Based on the

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