Correct option is C
Correct Option – (c)
Introduction:
The standard workflow for performing a mail merge in word processors (such as Microsoft Word) follows these sequential steps:
1. C. Create a master document: Draft the standard letter, email template, or main body text.
2. A. Attach the source file to master document: Link the recipient list or data file (Excel sheet, database table) to the main document.
3. D. Check the data source is attached: Verify that the connection to the recipient data source is established properly.
4. B. Insert merged fields into a mail merged document: Place dynamic merge tags (e.g., «First_Name», «Address») into the target positions within the text.
5. E. Run the mail merge: Execute the merge process to output personalized letters,
Information Booster:
· Master Document: The base template containing fixed static text.
· Data Source: The file containing variable recipient details (names, addresses, IDs).
· Merged Document: The generated output file containing unique personalized copies for every record.
Additional Knowledge:
Mail merge is widely used in organizational communication to automate bulk mailings, certificate generation, exam hall tickets, and billing statements while retaining individualized record fields.