Question

Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

1. It is a process that involves the systematic and objective investigation of a subject to discover new facts or to confirm existing ones. 2. Research is a foundational pillar of academic and scientific progress. 3. This can be either theoretical, aiming to expand knowledge, or applied, seeking to solve a practical problem. 4. The findings of this investigation are then documented and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility.

• A. 2, 1, 3, 4
• B. 1, 2, 4, 3
• C. 4, 3, 2, 1
• D. 3, 4, 1, 2

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 2, 1, 3, 4

To form a logical and coherent paragraph, follow the natural flow of ideas using pronouns and subject references:

1. Sentence 2 is the introductory topic sentence: "Research is a foundational pillar of academic and scientific progress." (Introduces the main subject: Research).

2. Sentence 1 defines "Research": "It is a process that involves the systematic and objective investigation of a subject to discover new facts or to confirm existing ones." (The pronoun "It" refers directly to "Research" in sentence 2, defining the process of investigation).

3. Sentence 3 categorizes the "investigation/research": "This can be either theoretical, aiming to expand knowledge, or applied, seeking to solve a practical problem." (Demonstrates the types of research defined in sentence 1).

4. Sentence 4 concludes the process: "The findings of this investigation are then documented and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility." (The phrase "this investigation" summarizes the whole process and brings logical closure to the paragraph).