The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that took place in the past and continue to be relevant in the present – and, in some cases, actions that took place in the past and continue to take place in the present. The simple past tense is used to describe actions that took place […]
Date Posted : May 2, 2011 
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Whether is a conjunction used to introduce two alternatives, one of which may be implied, as in: Whether we go out or dine in, we are sure to have a pleasant evening. Regardless of whether she likes it, she will have to read it. I wonder whether it will rain today. Sometimes, “whether” is followed […]
Date Posted : May 1, 2011 Common Mistakes
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How to set the proper tone in academic writing? Certain words are standard, while others should be avoided. Some standard (and generally interchangeable) terms are: Examined, considered, studied, explored Nordlund examined the effects of … Nordlund considered the effects of … Nordlund studied the effects of … Nordlund explored the effects of … Association, relationship, […]
Date Posted : May 1, 2011 Writing Tips
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