Which one of the following specific purpose statements is appropriate for an informative speech?

A. "To talk my listeners into voting for Republican candidates."
B. "To prove to my listeners that they should stop drinking soda."
C. "To help my listeners see that they should buy cars made in Detroit."
D. "To demonstrate to my listeners how to build kites."


Answer: D

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