Irene Is a Salesperson for Pro,a Company Selling Sports and Driving

Irene is a salesperson for Pro,a company selling sports and driving gear.Irene begins her meeting with a prospect by stating that "Driving an 18-wheel truck eight hours a day must be hard on you physically,but you can reduce some of that fatigue by putting this special cushion in your truck seat," and she hands a sample to her prospect.Irene is using the _____ opening.

A) compliment
B) curiosity
C) product
D) introduction
E) referral