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2. Numerical Records
➢ They may be considered as a separate type of source
in and of themselves or as a subcategory of
documents.
3. Oral Statements
➢ These may include stories, myths, tales, legends,
chants, songs, and other forms of oral expressions.
4. Relics
➢ These are formal types of historical sources. A relic
is any object where physical or visual
characteristics can provide some information about
the past.
Techniques in Writing a Synthesis
1. Summary
➢ It is the simplest way of organizing a synthesis.
Here, you write one after the other the most relevant
information and sources you granted.
2. Example or illustration
➢ It is a reference to a particularly illuminating
example or illustration that you have included in your
review.
3. Two (or more) reasons
➢ This approach an be an effective method by simply
stating your thesis, then give reason why it is true.
Your reasons need to be supported by evidence from
your data and source.
4. Comparison and Contrast
➢ These techniques will lead to examining two subjects
or data in terms of one another. Comparison considers
similarities while contrast, highlights differences.
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