The Beginning of Your Presentation Is Critical Because

question 16

Multiple Choice

The beginning of your presentation is critical because

• A) it helps gain audience buy-in on specific actions.
• B) it helps you identify the key decision makers in your audience.
• C) it helps you understand your audience members' chief concerns.
• D) audience members form quick impressions about you and your message during this time.
• E) audience members are more willing to take some type of risk during this time.

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