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What is a primary purpose of a research paper?

  1. To entertain the reader

  2. To analyze existing information

  3. To introduce a new idea

  4. To teach readers

The correct answer is: To analyze existing information

A research paper is meant to share and analyze existing information, not to entertain the reader. Option C and D may be components of a research paper, but they are not its primary purpose. Option A is incorrect because research papers are not meant to entertain but rather to inform and educate readers.