Read the following excerpt from a speech:
Fellow employees, I know our sales are down this year.
Perhaps you, like many of us, have been working harder
than ever and feel that you are not gaining any ground. I
assure you that things will improve: sales will improve, the
company will improve, and your skills will improve. But
trust me when I tell you that I understand how difficult the
past few months have been
Which statement best explains why the final sentence is effective?
A. It acknowledges the reality of a stressful situation.
B. It appeals to the audience's sense of common purpose.
C. It makes the case for employees to work harder.
D. It dismisses the concerns of pessimistic listeners.
