>if they have the choice between two potential hires of equal ability, they'll choose the one who's a better writer
There's a modifier missing in "equal ability" to make that sentence logical. Writing is an ability itself.
There's a modifier missing in "equal ability" to make that sentence logical. Writing is an ability itself.
If you are unable to choose between two candidates, pick the candidate
who is a better writer (as opposed to a better lumberjack).