Cut and Paste Method

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Definition of Abstract

Purposes for Abstracts

Types of Abstracts

Bibliographic Citation or Identification

Processes for Writing Abstracts

Cut and Paste Method

Guidelines for Using the Cut and Paste Methods

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Key Issues in Preparing Abstracts

Abstracts in Specific Disciplines

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Cut and Paste Method

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Beginning with reading may seem odd since you wrote the paper, but it can frequently be the fastest way to write an abstract because it allows you to "lift" as much of the abstract from your original paper as possible.

Guidelines for Using the Cut and Paste Method