Which of the following statements is true of a preparation outline?

a. It provides a draft of main points and supporting material into a speech outline.
b. It is a draft of the speech in the form of complete sentences.
c. It is an outline of the introduction of a speech.
d. It is an outline of a speech drafted in the form of questions.


a. It provides a draft of main points and supporting material into a speech outline.
A preparation outline is the first draft of organizing the main aids and supporting material into a speech outline.

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