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Learning Objectives Review

LO1 Identify definition, The techniques of definition,
classification, and classification, and process limit and
process modes. order information and answer the

questions What is it? How many different
What questions, types exist? and How does it work?
respectively, are answered

by the techniques of
definition, classification,
and process? (See pp.

163–167.)

LO2 Write effective An objective definition is a dictionary

definition essays. definition, while a subjective definition
allows the writer to put a personal twist
In writing definition essays, on it. Objective definitions are used in
what is the difference factual reports; subjective definitions are

between an objective often the basis of personal essays.
definition and a subjective

definition? When might you
use each? (See pp.
167–178.)

LO3 Write effective A single basis for classification will aid
classification the unity of the essay and keep the

essays. points from overlapping or being too
dissimilar.
In a classification essay,
why is it important to have