Which of the following is a good use of statistical material in a speech?
a. Saying "This next section is about statistics on this problem, so pay close attention."
b. Comparing large numbers to more recognizable concepts, like the national debt to the distance to the moon.
c. Being very precise on statistics, such as down to the .01 place, so that the audience knows you've done your research
d. Only provide a source when the statistics may sound unusual to the audience
Answer: b. Comparing large numbers to more recognizable concepts, like the national debt to the distance to the moon.
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