Which of the following statements is true of a summary?

Question

Select one:
O a. A summary condenses the main points of an article.
• b. A summary is quicker and easier to write than a longer original article.
• c. A summary should not include evaluation and criticism.
• d. A summary should direct the reader to additional information

Answer 1

The true statement about a summary is:

a. A summary condenses the main points of an article.

This statement accurately describes the purpose of a summary, which is to provide a concise overview of the key ideas presented in a longer text. The other options contain inaccuracies about the nature and purpose of summaries.