11. Which of the following is correct in regard to the use of formal English?

A. In formal business correspondence, it's best keep the language impersonal.
[B. Formal English is used more frequently in speaking than in writing.]
C. In formal English, we use words to say precisely what we mean.
D. Contractions are considered acceptable in any document.

I disagree.

is it a

Yes. I think a is the best answer.

I had the same question on a test, I also chose A and it was wrong.

Then it must be C

To determine which of the options is correct in regard to the use of formal English, we need to analyze each option:

A. In formal business correspondence, it's best to keep the language impersonal.
Impersonal language is indeed a characteristic of formal English, particularly in professional or business contexts. This option is correct.

B. Formal English is used more frequently in speaking than in writing.
This statement is not entirely accurate. While formal English is used in both speaking and writing, it is generally more commonly associated with written communication, such as formal essays, academic papers, or professional documents. This option is not correct.

C. In formal English, we use words to say precisely what we mean.
Using precise and specific language is a key aspect of formal English. This option is correct.

D. Contractions are considered acceptable in any document.
Contractions, such as "it's" instead of "it is" or "don't" instead of "do not," are generally considered informal and are not typically used in formal English. This option is not correct.

Therefore, the correct answer is A. In formal business correspondence, it's best to keep the language impersonal and C. In formal English, we use words to say precisely what we mean.