Which of the following will help to encourage a positive response to a persuasive message?

A) Using polite but blunt language
B) Understanding and respecting cultural differences
C) Ignoring organizational culture and focusing on individual needs
D) Assuming the audience understands your authority and credibility
E) Showing the audience how their past choices have been poor decisions

Understanding and respecting cultural differences can help to tailor the persuasive message to the audience's values and beliefs, leading to a more positive response. Using polite language is also important, but being blunt may come across as confrontational and decrease the chances of a positive response. Ignoring organizational culture and assuming authority may create a power dynamic that can work against persuasion. Criticizing past choices can also create defensiveness in the audience.