In a speech about improved public safety, Stewart called for his audience to sign a petition to support current legislation that he felt would improve the situation. What type of audience is best suited for this kind of appeal?
A) The uninformed audience
B) The neutral or apathetic audience
C) The receptive audience
D) The unreceptive or hostile audience

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The receptive audience is best suited for this kind of appeal because they are already inclined to support the speaker's message and are more likely to be willing to sign the petition. They are already interested in the topic, and the speaker can use their existing support to build momentum for their cause. The uninformed audience may not have enough knowledge about the topic to make an informed decision, the neutral or apathetic audience may not care enough to sign the petition, while the unreceptive or hostile audience is unlikely to be persuaded by the speaker's message.

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