Position and Research Papers

These flashcards encapsulate key concepts related to position papers, research reports, and application letters.

Position Paper

A written document where an author chooses a side on a specific topic and develops arguments to support their opinion.

Thesis Statement

A concise statement that outlines the main position of the author in a position paper.

Counterarguments

Arguments provided against the possible weaknesses of the author's main arguments.

Research Report

A completed study that reports an investigation, identifies questions addressed, and includes data collected and analyzed by the researcher.

Research Proposal

A document prepared before a study begins that communicates the researcher's plan for the study.

Body of the Report

The main section of a research report that includes all findings, analysis, and discussions.

References Section

A section of a report or paper that provides all original sources used and is arranged in alphabetical order.

Application Letter

A letter written to a company or organization by an individual applying for a job.

Heading

The part of a letter that includes the sender's address and the date.

Salutation

An expression of greeting to the employer at the beginning of a letter.

Conclusion in a Research Report

A summary of the main ideas that result from the discussion of research findings.

Table of Contents

An outline of the report indicating where each major section and subsection begins.