Question

When a text encourages the reader to believe or do something, the author's purpose is

to entertain.
to inform.
to persuade.
to explain.

Answer 1

Answer:

To persuade

Explanation:

The definition of persuade is cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument".  and this aligns perfectly with the question

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is C) To persuade

Explanation:

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