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.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 2, 1, 3, 4.
Logical flow:
- Sentence 2 introduces the topic (research as a pillar).
- Sentence 1 defines what research is.
- Sentence 3 explains types/purposes (theoretical vs applied).
- Sentence 4 describes what is done with findings (documentation and peer review).
Correct sequence: 2 → 1 → 3 → 4
Final paragraph:
Research is a foundational pillar of academic and scientific progress. It is a process that involves the systematic and objective investigation of a subject to discover new facts or to confirm existing ones. This can be either theoretical, aiming to expand knowledge, or applied, seeking to solve a practical problem. The findings of this investigation are then documented and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.