Inductive

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If you end your introductory paragraph with a pivotal question, the thesis statement will appear at the end of the composition and answer that question.

The thesis can be placed at the end of the last developmental paragraph if the tone of the composition is informal and the number of developmental paragraphs is minimal.

On the other hand, if the composition has a more formal tone and is developed by a number of involved supporting paragraphs, the thesis will appear at the end of a separate paragraph which you will create to summarize the main ideas in your paper.

Although most compositions are written deductively, at times a thesis statement can be better presented at the end of the composition to create a desired effect, or to logically respond to a pivotal question presented in the introductory paragraph. You should recognize the opportunity to diversify your organizational methods, and at least occasionally, utilize the inductive approach.

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