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3. Assimilate the Information
Think about the information you have collected. Give yourself time to
assimilate data: do not be too hasty in reaching conclusions. There are
times when you will collect data which is complex and you need time to
consider it carefully. It is best not to rush into making interpretations.

4. Preliminary Outcomes
Prepare some arguments and think about conclusions and the
recommendations you might make. These are not final, and when you
come to actually write your report, you may well change your mind.
This is because as you present your findings and then discuss them, you
may arrive at new insights. Nevertheless, it is a good idea to have some
provisional thoughts on outcomes and this will help to focus your
report.

Summary

Preparing:

● Decide on the purpose.
● Decide what information you need.

● Acquire it.
● Keep the relevant information and sort it.

● Assimilate the information.
● Think through some arguments and discussion points.
● Think about tentative conclusions and recommendations.

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