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When organizing evidence for a paragraph, what is the best order to present information?

  1. Strongest to weakest

  2. General to specific

  3. Weakest to strongest

  4. Specific to general

The correct answer is: Specific to general

Organizing evidence in a paragraph is crucial in order to effectively convey your message. When it comes to the order of presenting information, it is important to keep in mind the logical flow of ideas. The best order to follow is specific to general, or in other words, starting with specific details and gradually building up to a general conclusion. This allows for a smooth transition and ensures that the information presented is easy to follow and understand. Option A, strongest to weakest, may result in a lack of coherence in your paragraph, as jumping right into your strongest evidence can confuse the reader and make the flow of information appear disjointed. Option B, general to specific, can be effective but it doesn't build up to a strong conclusion and can leave the reader feeling underwhelmed. Lastly, option C, weakest to strongest, can also be ineffective as starting with weaker evidence may not capture the reader