Well$-$written bad$-$news statements that include positive language, use passive voice, and imply the refusal are most successful.

Read the bad$-$news statement that would follow a presentation of the facts and reasons.

Regrettably, because you made a mistake and submitted the wrong form, we cannot accept your application.

Which is the best revision for this bad$-$news statement?

Your application has been rejected because you did not submit the correct forms.

No revision is necessary.

We have attached a copy of Form $10,$ which is the correct form to use when applying to be a vendor at our conferences.