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How can a broad subject be narrowed down into a specific topic for a research paper?
How can a broad subject be narrowed down into a specific topic for a research paper?
- By expanding the general content of the subject area to include more details.
- By excluding any subtopics and focusing only on the main subject.
- By finding smaller aspects of the subject area to use as the basis of the research paper. (correct)
- By conducting surveys and interviews about the subject area.
What is the difference between a subject and a topic in a research paper?
What is the difference between a subject and a topic in a research paper?
- A subject is the specific issue being discussed, while a topic is broad and general.
- A subject is only used in scientific research, while a topic is used in humanities research.
- A subject is used for literature reviews, while a topic is used for empirical studies.
- A subject is broad and general, while a topic is the specific issue being discussed. (correct)
What is the suggested method for tailoring a large subject into an appropriate size for a research paper?
What is the suggested method for tailoring a large subject into an appropriate size for a research paper?
- Phrasing the subject as a question and listing subdivisions of the subject to create topics. (correct)
- Including all details of the subject without narrowing it down.
- Consulting only online sources for ideas about the subject.
- Using the first idea that comes to mind without considering other options.
What analogy is used to emphasize the importance of getting the topic just right?
What analogy is used to emphasize the importance of getting the topic just right?
What is recommended to consider when developing topics from a subject for a research paper?
What is recommended to consider when developing topics from a subject for a research paper?
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