Author Question: Which of the following is the best advice about the use of direct quotations in a report? A) Beware ... (Read 138 times)

FButt · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

Which of the following is the best advice about the use of direct quotations in a report?
A) Beware of overusing quotations because you may appear as if you have no ideas of your own.
B) If you use a direct quotation, don't dilute its impact by summarizing it or introducing it in your own words.
C) Place the direct quotation in quotation marks, but change a few words to show you have your own ideas.
D) Avoid using any direct quotations in a report.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a purpose for a direct quotation?
A) To duplicate exact wording before criticizing an idea
B) To repeat identical phrasing because of its precise wording
C) To add length to a researched document
D) To provide objective background information