Which of the following distinguishes academic research writing from most other types of writing?a.)Academic research writing includes images, such as charts and graphs, that explain statistics.b.)Academic research writing has a narrative that tells the audience an interesting story.c.)Academic research writing has a controlling idea that tells the audience something new about a subject.d.)Academic research writing has body paragraphs that make up the majority of an essay.

3. Which is true about academic writing?Academic writing tends to be more linear, organized, and formulaic. Academic writing tends to be non-linear, creative, and interactive.There is no difference between academic and non-academic writing.

Academic writing typically focuses more on the audience than professional writing does.

Select the reason why research is important to academic writing.a.)Research ensures that your audience will agree with your point of view.b.)Research is the final stage of the writing process.c.)Research helps you move through the writing process faster.d.)Research helps you gain background knowledge on a topic when developing a thesis.

Why is research writing important?a.)Research writing builds skills that are useful at school and at work, but not in everyday life.b.)Writing is the only way to present the results of your research.c.)Research writing is a good way to learn a little bit about a lot of topics.d.)Research writing increases your level of knowledge about a topic.

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