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Criterion A. Framework

Criterion A focuses on how the essay is framed. This includes the clarity and focus of the research question, the use of evidence to build an argument, and the structure and communication of the essay. Criterion A is worth six marks. It is important to remember that a strong extended essay starts with a strong research question. Almost every aspect of the extended essay is assessed by going back to the research...


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