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Who is most likely the intended audience of this interview, and how do you know? Interview with Joe Acaba, NASA Astronaut

1. Audience: the general public
How I Know: The interviewer and Acaba discuss topics and use comparisons that most people will find easy to relate to.

2. Audience: scientists
How I Know: The interviewer and Acaba discuss topics of interest to those involved in the exploration of outer space.

3. Audience: fellow astronauts
How I Know: The interview questions take for granted that readers have a working knowledge of space travel.

4. Audience: school children
How I Know: Acaba describes space station life using comparisons that will resonate with young students.

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Answer: 1. Audience: the general public.

Why: The language and topics are nontechnical and use everyday comparisons that make space life relatable rather than detailed scientific explanations. The interview focuses on personal experiences, training and human-interest angles that appeal broadly, doesn’t assume specialist knowledge (so it’s not written for scientists or fellow astronauts), and while some comparisons will resonate with children, the tone and content aim at a general adult audience.