Effective specific purpose statements identify the topic to be covered and are influenced by audience analysis and
A) the credibility of the speaker.
B) the organizational pattern used.
C) the intention to inform or persuade.
D) how long the speech will last.
E) the occasion.

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The specific purpose of a speech is shaped by whether the speaker intends to inform or persuade the audience, as this intention guides the content and approach of the speech.

Effective Specific Purpose Statements Identify the Topic to Be Covered