Which of the following answers is not an effective way of beginning a presentation?

a. Plan the beginning after you have developed the content of your presentation.
b. Don't use your introduction to offer excuses for poor preparation or nervousness.
c. Don't begin a presentation with a phrase such as "My speech is going to be about…"
d. Begin with a strong joke, even if it's not relevant to your purpose or topic.
e. Begin by connecting to your audience and setting the emotional tone of the presentation.

d