Question

Which characteristic of argumentative writing makes it crucial for writers to know their intended audience? (1 point)
Responses

 Their intention is to present existing information in a different way.
 Their intention is to present existing information in a different way.

 Their goal is to discredit members of the audience who disagree with them.
 Their goal is to discredit members of the audience who disagree with them.

 Their priority is to convince an audience of their claim.
 Their priority is to convince an audience of their claim.

 Their purpose is to present all the available information on a topic.
 Their purpose is to present all the available information on a topic.

Answer 1

Their priority is to convince an audience of their claim.

Knowing the audience lets the writer choose appropriate evidence, tone, and appeals (ethos/pathos/logos) to persuade them effectively.