can someone please review my answers to the questions below and let me know if they seem correct?
Review the four paragraphs below. There is one paragraph matching each of the following types: summary, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Once you have read each paragraph, complete the following chart to identify the type of paragraph for each.
Paragraph Number Type of Paragraph
1 Analysis
2 Summary
3 Synthesis
4 Evaluation
1. Alice Axia’s article discussed overlooked tax deductions. It talked about some of the most commonly missed deductions. Whereas her use of statistics seemed to bolster her arguments, it would have been nice to see her elaborate more about the specific deductions missed. She could have talked about what recourse, if any, a filer would have once he or she realized there was an overlooked deduction. She also should have focused more on why the deductions were overlooked, as that would have made the article more effective.
2. Alice Axia informs us of ways in which we can reduce our tax obligations in any given year. Based on studies she cited, there were cases in which some tax filers were unaware of various deductions they were eligible to claim. In some cases, those deductions would have saved the tax filers hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Some of the common missed deductions, according to Alice Axia, were the mortgage deduction, the energy efficiency deduction, and the charitable donation deduction.
3. In “Unclaimed Deductions,” Alice Axia wrote about the most commonly overlooked deductions when filing a 1040 tax return. She provided information about the total number of missed deductions. In a separate article, titled “The Challenges of Estimating Tax Revenue,” Phyllis Phoenix talked about a number of reasons why estimated tax revenue may be a challenge. She did not discuss the points made by Ms. Axia. It is possible that much of the difference between tax revenue received and estimated tax revenue may be explained by looking at the additional revenue generated by overlooked deductions.
4. When reading Alice Axia’s article, “Unclaimed Deductions,” there are a few key points made that are worthy of further consideration. The first point is that the rules for deductions change from year to year. This leads to the second point, that those changes are not always as effectively communicated as they could be. These two points lead us to better understand why there are many unclaimed tax deductions each year.
To review the answers and determine if they are correct, we need to understand the definitions of the different types of paragraphs: summary, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
1. Summary: A summary paragraph provides a brief overview of the main points or key information from a source, usually without including personal opinions or judgments.
2. Analysis: An analysis paragraph examines and interprets the information or ideas presented in a source. It may analyze the components, relationships, or implications of the information.
3. Synthesis: A synthesis paragraph combines information from multiple sources to create a new understanding or insight. It brings together different ideas or perspectives to form a cohesive whole.
4. Evaluation: An evaluation paragraph assesses the strengths and weaknesses of a source or argument. It may offer judgments or opinions on the quality, validity, or effectiveness of the information presented.
By examining each paragraph and matching them with the descriptions above, we can identify the correct types of paragraphs.
1. This paragraph analyzes Alice Axia's article and discusses the strengths and weaknesses of her arguments. It examines her use of statistics and suggests areas for improvement. Therefore, the correct type of paragraph is Analysis.
2. This paragraph summarizes the information presented by Alice Axia. It provides an overview of the ways to reduce tax obligations and lists the commonly missed deductions. It does not offer any personal analysis or opinions. Therefore, the correct type of paragraph is Summary.
3. This paragraph combines information from two separate sources, Alice Axia's article and Phyllis Phoenix's article, to discuss the potential relationship between unclaimed deductions and estimated tax revenue. It synthesizes the ideas from both sources to propose a new understanding. Therefore, the correct type of paragraph is Synthesis.
4. This paragraph evaluates Alice Axia's article by highlighting the key points worthy of further consideration. It offers judgments on the effectiveness of communicating changes in tax rules and explains why there are unclaimed tax deductions. Therefore, the correct type of paragraph is Evaluation.
Based on these definitions and the analysis of each paragraph's content, the answers provided seem correct:
Paragraph Number Type of Paragraph
1 Analysis
2 Summary
3 Synthesis
4 Evaluation