What advantage does a writer have in paraphrasing a source rather than quoting?

A. Paraphrasing makes citing a source easier.

B. Paraphrasing gives more authority to a written piece.

C. Paraphrasing allows the writer to copy information directly from a

source.

D. Paraphrasing gives the writer more control over the content.

Question

Jacoby Mcclain

English

9 November, 23:55

What advantage does a writer have in paraphrasing a source rather than quoting?

A. Paraphrasing makes citing a source easier.

B. Paraphrasing gives more authority to a written piece.

C. Paraphrasing allows the writer to copy information directly from a

source.

D. Paraphrasing gives the writer more control over the content.

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Cristofer Eaton · Answer 1

D

Explanation:

Paraphrasing would mean the writer can get acroos precisly what they want from a quote and not all of the extra stuff.

Kason Allison · Answer 2

I would say A

Explanation:

It doesnt take up as much space in a paragraph and you don't have to look in a book or artical in order to give evidence. It also saves a bunch of time