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observe people? Do I have to record data? How will I go about this? 3. Finding:
Information you find out will form the basis, or the main body of your report,
i.e. findings. How to? 4. Choosing the right format: Some details may differ
the conclusion. Analyse your findings and deduce– What have I found? What's
findings and conclusion again. Think about what you want to suggest to the
person/institution you are preparing the report for; what actions should they
carry out? Check if your recommendations are practical and based on findings.
Ensure enough detail for the reader to know and understand the steps involved.
9. Executive Summary: executive summary and table of contents are sections
placed at the beginning of the report but will be written once the draft of the
report is finalised; usually about 100-250 words long, tells what the report is
about, gives the gist of the report. 10. Reference list/Bibliography: list of all the
sources referred to; using a particular referencing style, like MLA, APA etc. e.g.
in MLA– Times New Roman, 12, double spacing: Sarkar, Sumit. Modern India:
Formatting: Decipher the question again; check if the instructions have been
adhered to, if all sections are included, and are in the correct order; information
symbols and abbreviations used must be explained; diagrams, tables, graphs and
numbering, headings, are consistent throughout; proofread well, and ensure that
the writing is clear and effective. Several drafts might be required; someone else
may also check the report and give feedback. How to? 1. Preliminary Section a.