DOs: Keep it short and sweet. While there is no hard and fast rule on length, conclusions are typically one paragraph long; however, you may find some that are two or three paragraphs long., Provide a brief overview of your paper and address whether or not it answers your research questions., Mention the limitations of your study and their implications if not already addressed in the discussion section of the paper., Summarize the key points and purpose of the paper., Don'ts : State the obvious by writing “in conclusion” or “in summary.” While these phrases are helpful during oral presentations, context clues should indicate to your reader that they are reading the conclusion of your paper. , Introduce new information. Instead, your conclusion should restate your main points and provide closure. You may also offer suggestions on how your research can be expanded or improved,

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