Research and Writing Concepts

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What is a claim or thesis statement?

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A claim or thesis statement is a clear, concise statement that presents the main point or argument of a piece of writing.

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What is evidence in research?

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Evidence refers to the information, facts, or data that support a claim or thesis in research.

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What are sources in research?

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Sources are the origins of information or evidence used in research, such as books, articles, or websites.

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What does citing or citations mean in MLA format?

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Citing or citations in MLA format refers to the method of giving credit to the sources of information used in a research paper, following the guidelines of the Modern Language Association.