: 80% total (approx. 200–250 words per paragraph) [11, 8]. Conclusion : 10% (300 words) [11, 7].
: Add more evidence (ideally two pieces per body paragraph), provide deeper interpretation of quotes, or use transitional sentences to connect ideas back to your thesis [5.4]. : 80% total (approx
: It is often easier to cut a long draft down than to expand a short one later [12, 26]. Writing a draft that is 25% over the limit is a common strategy for capturing all necessary detail before refining [21]. provide deeper interpretation of quotes
: Use active voice, cut "fluff" verbiage, and combine sentences using synonyms [5.2, 5.26]. If you are significantly over, you may need to cut entire paragraphs or reformat sections [5.9, 5.17]. cut "fluff" verbiage
: 80% total (approx. 200–250 words per paragraph) [11, 8]. Conclusion : 10% (300 words) [11, 7].
: Add more evidence (ideally two pieces per body paragraph), provide deeper interpretation of quotes, or use transitional sentences to connect ideas back to your thesis [5.4].
: It is often easier to cut a long draft down than to expand a short one later [12, 26]. Writing a draft that is 25% over the limit is a common strategy for capturing all necessary detail before refining [21].
: Use active voice, cut "fluff" verbiage, and combine sentences using synonyms [5.2, 5.26]. If you are significantly over, you may need to cut entire paragraphs or reformat sections [5.9, 5.17].