Question

what should a speaker assume about his or her audience when giving an informative speech?
○ they are incapable of learning more about the subject.
○ they know very little, if anything, about the subject.
○ they know more about the subject than the speaker.
○ they do not care about the subject being discussed.

Explanation:

An informative speech aims to educate the audience on a subject. Assuming the audience knows very little ensures the speaker covers foundational, clear, and accessible information that adds value. The other options are illogical: assuming the audience can't learn, knows more, or doesn't care defeats the purpose of an informative speech.

Answer:

They know very little, if anything, about the subject.