Cora is giving a presentation on marble collecting and has brought her own marble collection to show to the audience. She is not sure, however, the best way to present the marbles to her audience so that everyone can see them. What should Cora do?
a. Cora should pass the marbles around as she delivers her speech.
b. Cora should have the audience stand up and gather around her as she delivers her speech.
c. Cora should ask for a volunteer to carry the marble jar around the room as she delivers her speech.
d. Cora should invite the audience to come up and see the marbles after her speech, as long as no other speakers are scheduled to follow her.

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