Zhang Wei is running for election as county treasurer and is preparing a speech to persuade people to vote for him because he is the only candidate with a background in finance. He has crafted the following thesis statement: "Vote for me because I am the best candidate." Is this a good thesis statement, and if not, what is wrong with it?
A. This thesis statement makes exaggerated claims.
B. This is a good thesis statement.
C. This thesis statement is too abstract.
D. This thesis statement fails to convey the speaker's message.
Answer: C
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