The direct strategy would be most appropriate when Group of answer choices delivering bad news. presenting ideas requiring persuasion. expecting the audience to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral. revealing sensitive news.

The correct answer is letter "C": expecting the audience to be pleased, mildly interested, or neutral.

Explanation:

While delivering negative messages, there are several considerations to take. Explanations must be addressed to make the audience understand the information. The speaker's tone also influences how the audience receives the news, thus, the tone must be as sensitive as possible remaining professional.

Two strategies can be used when giving negative news: the direct strategy and the indirect strategy. The direct strategy is implemented when the negative message does not affect the receiver personally, in front of changes in a company's service, and if the receiver prefers a straight-to-the-point message. The indirect strategy, instead, should be used when a hostile reaction is expected from the receiver.