IMAGE SOURCE: University of Newcastle Library guide "Report Writing"
Planning:
Researching:
Drafting/writing:
There are two basic types of reports, analytical and informational, and each serves a different purpose. Both require research and analytical thinking and an overview of the topic. The differences are outlined below. Check your task documentation, or ask your teacher, about which type is required.
Analytical | Informational |
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Examples of Report Structure
You may choose whichever method you prefer but be consistent throughout your report. Of the two, the decimal system is more commonly used.
Alphanumeric | Decimal |
I. Coffee A. Espresso B. Cappuccino C. Latte II. Tea A. Earl Grey |
1. Coffee 1.1 Espresso 1.2 Cappuccino 1.3 Latte 2. Tea 2.1 Earl Grey |
SOURCE: University of Newcastle Library guide "Report Writing"