What action should a speaker take if his or her speech topic calls for an illegal or dangerous presentation aid?
A) Secure permission from university police or security officers.
B) Secure permission from the instructor.
C) Substitute an appropriate picture, chart, or other representation.
D) Take all necessary precautions.

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Using an illegal or dangerous presentation aid is not worth the risk of harm to oneself or others. The speaker should substitute an appropriate picture, chart, or other representation that conveys the message effectively without putting anyone in danger. It is not ethical to seek permission to use an illegal or dangerous presentation aid, nor is it responsible to take unnecessary risks.

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