In Max's speech on skiing, he is trying to decide whether or not to tell the audience in his introduction that he has been skiing since he was just a kid. He wonders if this will help or hurt his credibility. What advice from your book applies here?
A) Ted should avoid describing his experience with the topic because he will appear to be a "know-it-all" and will sound condescending to his audience.
B) Ted should give a brief, credibility-building explanation of his experience with the topic.
C) Ted should give a full explanation of his experience with the topic, including when he started skiing, how many years he's skied, how often he skis, etc.
D) For the sake of suspense, Ted should wait until his conclusion to describe his skiing experience.

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The advice from the book suggests that it is important to establish credibility with the audience by giving a brief explanation of one's experience with the topic. By briefly mentioning that he has been skiing since he was a kid, Max can establish his expertise on the topic without coming across as arrogant or condescending. This can help the audience trust and engage with his speech.

In Max's Speech on Skiing, He Is Trying to Decide