Identify the flaw in the following specific purpose statement for a classroom speech: "Should stand-your-ground laws be repealed?"
A. It is stated as a question, rather than as a statement.
B. It is stated as a question, rather than as an infinitive phrase.
C. It contains figurative language.
D. It treats a topic that is too political for a classroom speech.
E. It contains more than one distinct idea.
Answer: B
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