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The Important of Writing in Research

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Which of the following roles does writing play in science?

Creating artistic sentences

Exploring interesting ideas

Undervaluing the importance of clarity

Recording events and clarifying thinking (correct)

What skills are required for good science writing?

Undervaluing clarity

Rich, artistic sentences

Straightforward, logical thinking (correct)

Poor writing

What impact can poor writing have on researchers' careers?

It can increase the number of readers

It can improve their writing skills

It can make their research irrelevant (correct)

None, as long as the research is published

According to the text, what is the purpose of reviewing papers in a reputable journal or conference?

To defend and justify the content of a paper Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the distinguishing feature of a published paper compared to a mere paper?

It has been refereed Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is a key skill of science?

Writing well Signup and view all the answers

Which form of publication is typically an end product of the research process and is carefully revised according to referees' and colleagues' suggestions and criticisms?

Journal paper Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about writing for science?

Inexperienced researchers can produce competent papers by following some elementary steps Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a textbook?

To collect information and present it in an accessible form Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of clear and understandable writing in a paper?

It is important for all papers irrespective of the importance and validity of the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to using this book?

Read through it once or twice and consult it for specific problems Signup and view all the answers

Where can readers find further information on statistical methods, human studies and human ethics, and challenges faced by non-native English authors?

By searching online review forums Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the role of skepticism in good science?

To suspend judgment until decisive information is available Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of this book on writing and research for computer scientists?

To introduce the elements of a scientific paper Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the advice given in this book on writing style?

A collection of guidelines, not rules Signup and view all the answers