Why Might a Message Need to Be Longer When the Audience

Multiple Choice

Why might a message need to be longer when the audience is skeptical or hostile?

A) There will be fewer supporting points to win over the audience
B) The message can then be focused on conclusions and recommendations
C) You will have a better opportunity to use a direct format for the message
D) The audience will not understand the main idea of the message
E) You will have to build a consensus about the controversial subject