Janet's introduction contained the following remarks: "How many of you know someone who has tried to quit smoking,successfully or unsuccessfully? Have any of the smokers in this audience tried to quit? Well,if you have tried to quit and failed,you are among the 20 percent of Americans who have tried to quit multiple times.A few months ago I tried to quit,for the umpteenth time,but this time I made it.I'd like to tell you exactly how I made it." Which of the following statements is accurate about this introduction?
A)Janet used too many devices in this introduction; the audience will be confused rather than intrigued.
B)Janet should not discuss her own experience with quitting smoking because it creates distance between her and the audience.
C)Janet has successfully combined introductory devices of questions to the audience,statistical information,and a personal reference.
D)Janet has successfully combined introductory devices of startling statements,reference to historical events,and illustrations.

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Janet effectively uses multiple introductory devices, including posing questions to the audience, providing statistics, and sharing her own personal experience, to engage the audience and establish credibility on the topic of quitting smoking. This approach is likely to pique the audience's interest and make them more receptive to her message.

Janet's Introduction Contained the Following Remarks: "How Many of You