Cover Letters Cover Letter Formatting and Structure

Question 1

What is the standard recommended length for a professional cover letter?

Accepted Answer

One full page

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Two pages

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Half a page

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Three paragraphs only

Question 2

Which font size is most appropriate for the body text of a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

10–12 point

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14–16 point

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8–9 point

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18 point

Question 3

Where should your contact information appear in a traditionally formatted cover letter?

Accepted Answer

At the top of the letter

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At the bottom after the signature

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In the middle of the page

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Only in the email subject line

Question 4

What should the salutation of a cover letter include whenever possible?

Accepted Answer

The hiring manager's specific name

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A generic greeting like 'To Whom It May Concern'

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The company's CEO name

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The recruiter's phone number

Question 5

How many main body paragraphs does a standard cover letter typically contain?

Accepted Answer

Two to three

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Five to six

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One

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Seven or more

Question 6

What margin size is generally recommended for a professional US cover letter?

Accepted Answer

One inch on all sides

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Half an inch on all sides

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Two inches on all sides

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No margins at all