Why do authors use reasons and textual evidence to support their claims in research articles? (Choose the TWO correct answers.)(2 points)

Responses

To clarify the researchers’ claim
To clarify the researchers’ claim

To explain why they structure their study the way they do
To explain why they structure their study the way they do

To show the order they used when conducting their research
To show the order they used when conducting their research

To state their personal opinions
To state their personal opinions

1 answer

The two correct answers are:

  1. To clarify the researchers’ claim
  2. To explain why they structure their study the way they do

These options highlight the importance of supporting claims with evidence and reasoning in order to provide a clear rationale for the research being conducted.