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Read both passages carefully, noting the strengths and weaknesses of each discussion. Then, you will write an essay in which you explain your own opinion on the issue.  \nThe following articles about casual dress codes at work were written by columnists of a business magazine and appeared side-by-side in a recent issue.  \nDressing for Creativity  \n1 The business “uniform” of the 1950s was the gray flannel suit. However, modern America has a different uniform. Companies are increasingly adopting dress codes that favor casual wear. They hope to encourage creativity, rather than conformity, in the workplace.  \n2 The term “casual Friday” began in Hawaii in the 1960s, a place and time noted for amore casual outlook.“Aloha Friday” started in support of the state’s garment industry by promoting floral print Hawaiian shirts. As the fad spread to the mainland, more and more businesses saw an increase in employee morale and creativity.  \n3 This trend accelerated with the rise of Internet start-up companies. Most of these companies were formed by young people who dressed very casually. Their typical attire was sneakers, jeans and T-shirts. This was fitting since some of these start-up enterprises began in dorm rooms, garages, and basements. As the companies became successful, their founders were suddenly in charge of million-dollar businesses.  \n4 Business culture did not change these leaders; rather, they changed business culture. These young professionals adopted casual attire as their dress code, believing that nonconformity in clothing could spawn creativity. In some companies, it is not unusual to see CEOs and employees wearing jeans and sweatshirts. In fact, casual clothing is even considered a company benefit. Who wouldn’t prefer wearing T-shirts rather than suits?  \n5 The business world has entered a less formal age. Research shows that casual clothing inspires confidence and ingenuity. Gone are the days when one had to deny individuality by hiding inside the mandatory business suit. When the White House had problems with its Website, they brought in an executive from a computer company. To do so, they had to alter their outdated dress code. The good news? The expert wearing tennis shoes solved their problems without a coat and tie.  \nThe Myth of Casual Friday  \n1 Think of a construction worker, a medical doctor, and a police officer. Chances are, you pictured in your mind a person with a hard hat, a lab coat, or a blue uniform. This illustrates the fact that many careers have standards for employee attire. With some jobs, the picture of what is appropriate to wear may not be as distinctive. However, having a formal dress code in the workplace is important for maintaining professionalism and customer confidence.  \n2 People argue that we live in an informal age, so we should dress less formally. Why is this a problem? One reason is productivity. Research shows that people match their attitudes to the clothing they wear. In fact, having clothes that are worn only at work, whether actual uniforms or simply following company dress code, makes people more focused. Casual clothing contributes to casual attitudes toward work. In fact, one study even connects informal dress with increased absenteeism.  \n3 Another concern is that customers have less trust in people who dress casually at work. Even if an employee is fully engaged in serving the customer, casual clothing signals that comfort, rather than job performance, is the first priority. If employees don’t look professional, then how can customers trust them to actually be professional?  \n4 This is even more important today given the rise of“casual Friday,”a daywhen dress codes are more relaxed. Unfortunately, some people decide to wear clothing more suited to the beach than a place of business. Also, e","cbCaipAD2BHn9Lir","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipAD2BHn9Lir","pdf",72367,"English","# Writing Test Prompt\n## Passages and Essay Requirements\n# Scored Sample Response\n## Score and Scoring Guide","[{\"question\":\"What does the writing test ask the student to do?\",\"answer\":\"Read two passages with differing views on casual workplace dress, then write an essay explaining the student’s own position on whether businesses should allow casual clothing. 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