The following set of main points for a persuasive speech on a question of policy follows which pattern of organization? I. The n
umber of school shootings has become alarmingly high in recent years. II. The best way to reduce them is to ban assault-type weapons and to expand background checks to include family members of the people who purchase weapons. problem-solution comparative advantages persuasive sequence problem-cause-solution need-plan-practicality
As per the question, the 'problem-solution' pattern of organization has been employed in the given points for the persuasive speech as the <u>first aims to describe the identified problem which states that 'The number of school shootings has become alarmingly high in recent years' while the second point followed by it provides the solution for it 'The best way to reduce them is to ban assault-type weapons and to expand background checks to include family members of the people who purchase weapons'.</u> This problem-solution structure assists in enhancing the audience's understanding and comprehension which would further assist in persuading the audience more conveniently. Therefore, <u>option A</u> is the correct answer.
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