Whom would you typically ask to write you a letter of recommendation?

• A. Teacher/Employer
• B. Coworker
• C. Client
• D. Friend

Answer: (A)

A letter of recommendation works best when it comes from someone who has directly supervised or taught you and can speak credibly about your abilities and character in an academic or work setting. A teacher or employer has observed your performance over time, can share specific examples of your skills, work ethic, and reliability, and can be reached to verify the information. This makes their endorsement more convincing to admissions committees or employers.

A coworker can provide a useful perspective on teamwork and daily collaboration, but their view may be narrower to a single project or team. A client might not know you well enough to assess your overall abilities beyond a single engagement. A friend typically isn’t viewed as objective, so their recommendation might carry less weight.