#q-2054Respond to a SituationCore & AcademicEasy

Request the professor.

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You are supposed to submit an essay by tomorrow, but you have been unwell for a fortnight. You have a medical certificate from the clinic. You have recovered now, but you need more time to finish your essay. You visit your professor's office. How do you request an extension over the weekend?

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You are supposed to submit an essay by tomorrow, but you have been unwell for a fortnight. You have a medical certificate from the clinic. You have recovered now, but you need more time to finish your essay. You visit your professor's office. How do you request an extension over the weekend?
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