Why is the following statement potentially insulting to its recipient? "You will want to take advantage of this exciting opportunity before its too late!"
A) It is excessively cold and stiff.
B) It is not formal enough.
C) It uses the you-attitude inappropriately.
D) It tells the recipient how they should feel.
E) It tells the recipient that their time to make a decision is limited.

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The statement tells the recipient how they should feel by assuming they will find the opportunity exciting, which can be perceived as presumptuous or patronizing.

Why Is the Following Statement Potentially Insulting to Its Recipient