In general,the best persuasive messages ________ the audience's motivations.

A) avoid mentioning
B) downplay
C) openly address
D) dismiss
E) minimize

To effectively persuade an audience, it is important to openly address their motivations. By acknowledging and addressing these motivations, the persuader can better connect with the audience and present their argument in a way that is most likely to resonate with them. Avoiding or minimizing their motivations can lead to a lack of resonance and ultimately reduce the persuasiveness of the message. Downplaying or dismissing motivations can also lead to a negative reaction from the audience.