Which of the following is the most effective introductory statement?
A) Thank you for having me here today.
B) Good afternoon, today I'd like to discuss saving for retirement.
C) Hello, my name is Mark, and I'm happy to be here.
D) Did you know that individuals over the age of 50 make up more than ¾ of America's financial assets?

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An effective introductory statement captures the audience's attention and sets the stage for the topic. Option D uses a surprising statistic to engage the audience and directly relates to the topic of financial assets and retirement.

Which of the Following Is the Most Effective Introductory Statement