A letter that provides a quick summary of your ability to meet the needs of an organization. It usually includes a list of major skills and competencies.

• A. Complimentary Close
• B. Targeted Application Letter
• C. Qualifications-Based Resume
• D. Tentative Career Decision

Answer: (B)

This item tests how a tailored letter functions as a quick, persuasive summary of fit for an employer. A targeted application letter is designed to accompany your resume and present a concise pitch that shows how your major skills and competencies align with the organization’s needs. By highlighting the most relevant abilities—often in a brief list—the letter helps a recruiter quickly see why you’re a strong candidate and what you can contribute to the role.

This approach differs from a complimentary close, which is just the sign-off at the end of a letter, not content about fit. It’s also different from a qualifications-based resume, which focuses on detailing experience and credentials in a document separate from the narrative tailored to the employer. And it isn’t about a tentative career decision, which wouldn’t address how you meet the organization’s needs.