Which of the following describes a difference between comparisons and contrasts? a. comparisons are used to create claims, while contrasts are used to create counterclaims. b. comparisons are used in explanatory essays, while contrasts are used in argumentative writing. c. comparisons are statements of fact, while contrasts can be qualified claims. d. comparisons search for similarities between sources, while contrasts search for differences.

The correct answer is D.

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the choice that is not a technique that you should use to come up with ideas for the topic of a research project is, writing about academic subjects that are not interesting to you. this does not belong to the techniques to come up with ideas because having no interest in a certain topic will lose your drive to come up with better ideas. it gives no room for improvement and acquiring of new ideas and information. 

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