Question

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

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

 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.

Explanation: Because argumentative writing aims to persuade, writers must know the audience’s values, beliefs, and knowledge level to choose the right evidence, tone, and concessions that will be most convincing.