"And these I address to all Females that would be married, or are already so; not that I suppose their sex more faulty than the other, and most to want Advice, for I assure [women], upon my Honour, I believe the quite contrary; but the Reason is, because I esteem them better disposed to receive and practice it, and therefore am willing to begin, where I may promise myself the best Success." This statement from Franklin's "Rules and Maxims for Promoting Matrimonial Happiness" best demonstrates

A his use of criticism to argue his point
B his use of common sense to appeal to women
C his use of flattery to gain women's attention
D his use of facts to prove his point