Stimulus texts are written or visual sources that provide information and context for a specific topic or question. They are used to support arguments, analyze data, and develop ideas in academic writing.
Think of stimulus texts as the ingredients in a recipe. Just like how different ingredients come together to create a delicious dish, stimulus texts come together to help you build strong arguments and analysis in your writing.
Primary Source: A primary source is an original document or artifact that provides firsthand information about a topic.
Secondary Source: A secondary source is a document or text that interprets or analyzes primary sources.
Data Visualization: Data visualization refers to the presentation of data in graphical or visual form to make it easier to understand and interpret.
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