Which of the following is an important guideline for the use of statistics in a speech?
A) Use statistics that are mainly from secondary sources.
B) Use as many statistics as you can find because they enhance credibility.
C) Use reputable, authoritative, unbiased sources for your statistics.
D) Report a statistic down to the last decimal point to be thorough and accurate.

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Using reputable, authoritative, unbiased sources for statistics is crucial in maintaining credibility and avoiding misleading or false information. Choices A and B are incorrect as using mainly secondary sources and using as many statistics as possible do not guarantee credibility or accuracy. Choice D may be unnecessary and potentially overwhelming for the audience.

Which of the Following Is an Important Guideline for the Use