In Writing a Research Report, the Textbook Recommends That You

question 49

Multiple Choice

In writing a research report, the textbook recommends that you

• A) always write an abstract first, as this provides an overview of the report.
• B) write an outline of the report that lists major headings, subtopics, and important points.
• C) use the "Discussion" section to interpret data presented in tables and figures.
• D) provide limited information about the background of the research when writing for a lay audience.

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Definitions:

Internal Attribution

The process of explaining one's own or another's behavior as due to personal, internal characteristics rather than external factors.

Ballet Dancing

A form of performance dance that originated in the Renaissance courts of Europe and has evolved into a highly technical form of dance with its own vocabulary.

Recreational Drug

Substances used primarily for leisure or enjoyment, often with psychoactive effects, rather than for medical purposes.

External Attribution Style

The tendency to attribute one's own actions and outcomes to external factors or situations beyond personal control.