Which of the following is the best example of a statement of purpose for an oral presentation?
A) To persuade the board of directors to offer stock options to all employees.
B) To persuade my audience in a short, interesting, and effective speech.
C) This oral presentation will both entertain and inform the listeners about my topic.
D) The next hurricane could cause even more widespread gas shortages, which we can't afford.

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The best example of a statement of purpose is "To persuade the board of directors to offer stock options to all employees." This statement identifies the goal (to persuade), the audience (board of directors), and the topic (to offer stock options to all employees). The other answer choices omit at least one of these elements.

Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Statement