Question
How much of your paper should be quoted directly from sources?
You should never quote, always paraphrase
Only when it is crucial to the argument or analysis, and sparingly
It doesn’t matter as long as it is cited
As much as possible, if it's relevant
You should never quote, always paraphrase
Only when it is crucial to the argument or analysis, and sparingly
It doesn’t matter as long as it is cited
As much as possible, if it's relevant
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The best practice is **only when it is crucial to the argument or analysis, and sparingly**. Direct quotes can be powerful in certain contexts, such as when the original wording is particularly impactful, but they should be used judiciously. It’s important to balance direct quotations with paraphrasing to demonstrate your understanding and synthesis of the material, while also maintaining your own voice in the paper.