Discussing the surprisingly high percentage of cancers caused by secondhand smoke would most likely be an example of which attention-getting technique?
A) startling or shocking the audience
B) using an interesting quote from a relevant source
C) using humor to gain the audience's attention
D) using a story to arouse emotion

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Startling or shocking the audience is the best attention-getting technique in this scenario because it draws attention to the alarming statistic and creates a sense of urgency for the audience to listen and take action.

Discussing the Surprisingly High Percentage of Cancers Caused by Secondhand