Which of the Following Is an Advantage of Using the Deductive

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of using the deductive pattern in writing messages?

• A)It puts the audience in a pleasant frame of mind as the good news is given in the first sentence of the message.
• B)It helps in retaining goodwill with the audience as the message begins with a neutral idea.
• C) It provides a buffer and softens the approach and the reader's reception when conveying a bad-news message.
• D) It is a pattern that is useful for persuasive messages written to resistant audiences.

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