in academic writing, which format is more common ?

Question

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Answer 1

depends on what you are writing.
if it is a business document, like a business letter, then i prefer the block paragraphs.

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if it is a research paper, then go with

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Answer 2

Here is an excellent site to check out, it has a lot of information about writing. How to write memos, emails, letters... I'm sure it will also explain which format is appropriate to use.


http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/cill/writing.htm

Answer 3

I think it is the MLA Format, that's what we use in our school for all of our essays, if you have trouble, there is a book on it: Writers Inc