Why is it important for the writer of an argumentative text to know who their readers are? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

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so they can better support their arguments with current data about the topic
so they can better support their arguments with current data about the topic

so they can anticipate what readers already know about the topic
so they can anticipate what readers already know about the topic

so they can figure out how to appeal to more readers who might not be as likely to read about the topic
so they can figure out how to appeal to more readers who might not be as likely to read about the topic

so they can form arguments based on how readers currently feel about the topic
so they can form arguments based on how readers currently feel about the topic

so they can avoid the specific concerns their readers are likely to have about the topic

Answer 1

The two correct answers are:

1. so they can anticipate what readers already know about the topic
2. so they can form arguments based on how readers currently feel about the topic

These responses highlight the importance of understanding the audience's prior knowledge and emotional stance, which can inform how effectively the writer frames their arguments.