Some Highlights from
General Guidelines
• Before proceeding to subject
guidelines, let’s do a quick revision!
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1. Delimiters
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Hit the dash button three times “---”, and then click ENTER
once.
WHERE TO ADD
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At the end of the Title
At the end of a step in a series of steps
After every sub-part incase of multiple parts or sub-questions
WHERE NOT TO ADD
• After the last step of a solution
• At the end of a page for solutions that are longer than one
page
• At the beginning of a page for solutions that are longer than
one page
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2. Plagiarism
Remember: Never plagiarise your answers. Plagiarising your answers
may lead to revocation of your answering rights.
WHAT PLAGIARISM INCLUDES
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including textbook questions in their solutions
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copying information directly from textbooks
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referring to proper nouns (eg. > instead of “Samsung”, write “S”)
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copying/scanning Images from textbook (draw or reference them instead)
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quoting external sources
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copying code from textbook or outside source (reference it instead)
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3. Units
• Never italicize units
✘ M = 25 kg
✓ M = 25 kg
• Always insert a space
before the units.
✘ PQ = 5cm
✓ PQ = 5 cm
• Do not use “dot”
where you have to
use “mid-dot”.
4. Notations
• Follow the same notations of the textbook for
variables/symbols.
• Italicize variables everywhere
• Use “and” instead of ampersands (“&”).
• Avoid using shortforms like “L.H.S.”, “RHS”,
“w.r.t.”, ∴ , ∵ and others.
Instead, write out the complete term.
✓ N · m,
✘ N.m
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Subject Specific
Guidelines
• Let’s get to it!
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Select your subject:
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Accounting
Biology
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Economics
Electrical Engineering
Finance
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General Business
Legal Studies
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
ACCOUNTING
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A) TEXT
• For simple application-based
questions, first interpret the
question in simple sentences.
• For advanced Case study
based on applications (mostly
CMA or CPA adapted):
a) Write the essence of the
whole case in one or two
brief sentences.
b) Support the statement with
relevant adequate
explanation in your own
words.
c) Write each point separately
using bullet-points.
B) EQUATIONS
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Text in the Math-Type should
be in “Text” format. Use
shortcut “Ctrl + Shift + E”.
Use symbols [+, -, × and ÷]
available in the Math-Type.
Always start equations
with a meaningful sentence
for more clarity.
C) TABLES
Note: Technology
• Excel is highly
recommended for
problems that require
journalizing, T-Accounts,
Statement of Cash
Flows, Income
Statement, Balance
Sheets, etc.
• All the tables present in
word file should be in
image format.
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JOURNAL ENTRIES: BEST PRACTICES
• Precede the journal entries with the logic of the problem preferably using an accounting equation
• Always make the journal entries using readymade Excel tables
• Name each column in a journal distinctly
• Make the Debit items appear clear and distinct from the Credit items
• Give a brief narration of the transactions. This narration could be in Italics (depending upon the
textbook style)
• Make the amounts appear neatly right-aligned (or center-aligned)
• Leave empty lines between journal entries for clarity
• Make a clear mention about transactions that need only Memorandum entries
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T – ACCOUNTS : BEST PRACTICES
• Use the table format for T-Accounts.
• Always follow the “Balance column account” format for T-Accounts or the format specific to a textbook.
• Always use the Multiple Step format until and unless a specific format is mentioned in the problem.
• Separate each T-Account with a step delimiter.
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T – ACCOUNTS : BEST PRACTICES
• The period of the income statement
should always appear as follows: “For the
year ending December 31, 2012”.
• Income Statement should always contain
information regarding Earning Per Share.
• A single line (a totaling rule) should always
be placed under the column of figures to
be added or subtracted.
• Always use double underline to
highlight the final sums.
• Notes to Income Statement should appear
on the face of the Income Statement.
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BALANCE SHEET : BEST PRACTICES
• Balance Sheet should be prepared using
only tables and should be prepared in the
vertical classified form based on GAAP rules.
• The title of the Balance Sheet should appear
in the format “Balance Sheet December 31,
2013”, or depending upon the textbook.
• Show all necessary calculations before
presenting the Balance Sheet.
• A single line (a totaling rule) should always
be placed under the column of figures to be
added or subtracted.
• Always use double underline to highlight
the final sums.
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STATEMENT OF CASHFLOWS : BEST PRACTICES
• Statement of Cash Flows should be prepared
using only tables
• The Operating, Investing, and Financing
activities should appear distinctly and should
be properly classified.
• The title should appear as: “Statement of
Cash Flows for the year ending December
31, 2013”
• The calculation of Increase/Decrease in
Assets/Liabilities (when the indirect method is
used) should always precede the Statement of
Cash Flows.
• This calculation should be shown clearly in a
table. (Use MathType / Microsoft Equation 3.0
for these calculations)
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
BIOLOGY
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TECHNOLOGY
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Use
ChemBio/ChemDraw for
Chemical structures.
IMPORTANT POINTS
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Names of Species and
genes should be in italics.
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The correct option(s) in
“match the following” type
questions should be
boxed.
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The symbols for males
(♂) and females (♀)
should be used for
solutions of genetic
books.
Use CorelDraw or Serif
DrawPlus for other
diagrams.
CONTENT
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All the words presented
through Mathtype should
be of Text style only
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
CHEMISTRY
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A) TEXT/EXPLANATION
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Explain the related concepts /
equations wherever necessary.
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If there are multiple approaches
to solve a problem, state the
reason for using the approach
you choose.
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Always try to write a concluding
sentence that directly answers
the question asked but the
sentence should not be copied
from the question.
B) DIAGRAMS
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Use “ChemDraw” for drawing
chemical
structures/mechanisms.
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Use “Serif Draw Plus” or
equivalent graphic software for
diagrams.
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Embed the final structure or
diagram in in your solutions in
JPEG/PNG format only.
C) GRAPHS
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Use MS Excel to draw
graphs/Tables.
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Embed the final graph or table
in your solutions in JPEG/PNG
format only.
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D) EQUATIONS, FORMULAS, CONSTANTS and STRUCTURES
Important points to keep in mind
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All chemical formulas,
chemical symbols, and units
should be written using
MathType or Microsoft
Equation 3.0
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While drawing structure of
chemical molecules using
ChemDraw, correctly connect
the bonds and atoms
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Write the name of the compound
below the structure.
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Always indicate a lone pair
of electrons on the respective
atom in a Lewis structure / in
an organic reaction
mechanism. Draw the lone
pairs so that the electrons are
clearly visible.
Data values such as enthalpy,
molar mass and acid dissociation
constant a K must be used as
given in the text book, along with
its significant numbers.
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Conversion of units:
• Show the conversion
step, instead of directly
writing the converted
result.
• Show the cancellation
of units.
• Round the result
according to significant
digits.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
CIVIL ENGINEERING
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A) EQUATIONS / NOTATIONS
• Notations or variables used must be the same as those used in the textbook for uniformity.
• Standard constant values (acceleration due to gravity, specific gravity, density), must be taken
from the respective textbook as the values might vary slightly.
• The multiplication symbol used in units should be mid-dot. ✓
• The representation of sigma, dash symbol and degree symbol that are frequently used in the
expressions
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B) TABLES
• While calculation of values in tables, the first value must be calculated with all detailed
calculations, then the other values can be tabulated directly.
C) GRAPHS
• While taking any constant values from the textbook graphs, the graph name should be specified.
Note: Technology
• For diagrams, use Serif v.X.5 Software.
• For representing equations in your solutions, use MathType or Microsoft Equation 3.0
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D) DIAGRAMS
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In the case of shear force and bending
moment diagrams, their widths should match
the width of the beam. The diagrams should
also be aligned with the beam.
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While drawing the shear diagram and the
moment diagram, the width of the diagram
should be the same as the given Load diagram.
Also, the diagrams should be aligned vertically.
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Representation of Joints as below:
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Guidelines to author solutions for different types of questions:
1. Programming type questions:
While authoring solutions related to programming, there are multiple logical parts, with each part
having one or more Chegg steps.
• First part (needed only in special cases): If the situation given is complex or involve
mathematics or topics from other subjects; then the analysis of the situation/problem
should be explained in this part.
• Second part: Give explanation briefly, how the program will be implemented and how it works
under the heading “Program Plan:”.
• Third part (needed only in special cases): When designing forms in “.net” environment (or
any equivalent environment), the steps involved in placing the controls, naming etc. should be
explained.
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• Fourth part: Write the program code in specified programming language under the heading “Program:”.
The code should be formatted as follows:
a) In the beginning of the program use comment block. In that block, write description (in one or two
lines) of what the program does.
b) If any specific header files or import packages are used (other than usual), then write details about
the functions or methods used from those header files or packages.
c) Before function/method heading, explain their functionality in comments.
d) Write necessary comments to understand the statements and the logical flow of the program.
e) Write comments for every statement in the function, method, and definitions.
f) Use a delimiter to separate functions (C Language) and different classes (OO Languages).
g) Write the program using the topics/concepts covered so far in the textbook.
h) The program should be indented properly. The indenting should follow “Allman Style”.
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• Fifth Part (needed only in special cases): Write this part in the following situations with appropriate
heading.
a) If the program requires any special execution method (example: command line arguments in C or
C++), the procedure of execution should be explained.
b) If the program needs to work with database, give step-by-step procedure to run the program.
• Sixth part: The output is given under the heading “Sample Output:”. Present the output as follows:
a) Show all the important outputs of the program.
b) If the program is console-based, then the output should be in text form directly copied from the console
(using Clipboard pasting).
c) If the program is GUI based, then the output should contain screenshots.
• Seventh part (needed only in special cases): Include this part if the output needs to be explained.
Note: Use specified Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) for compiling, debugging, and running
the programs. Present the code in colors as per the default colors of the IDE.
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2. Write function/method:
• Write the function/method in the user specified language, within the scope of the concepts, and
functionality specifications.
• Write the method with the parameters and return values as specified.
• Use adequate comments to understand the statements, logic, and functionality.
• Try to demonstrate the functionality of the function/method using a simple driver program (If
the function/method is independent and can be called directly).
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3. Write specific parts of the program/Modifying the program:
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Identify the statement or method need to be added.
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Identify the location in the program where the statement or method needs to be added.
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Don’t write complete program given in the textbook. Instead give reference to the location in
the textbook where the code is available. Use Figure No., Table No., Listing No., as
references. Avoid using page numbers as references.
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Highlight the code that is added/modified using “Text Highlighter” in grey colour. It helps the
user to identify the additions/modifications easily.
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Give the code (skeleton) with the required additions.
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Present the code with proper indentation along with output.
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4. Rectify the errors in the code/statements:
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Read and understand the question carefully and identify the statements with errors.
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Give explanation, why the statement/code is an error.
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Fix all the errors in the program/code/statement and make the code executable if possible.
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If program is given to rectify errors, then highlight the code that is rectified using “Text
Highlighter” in grey colour. It helps the user to identify the rectifications easily and give the
code (skeleton).
5. Differences between two concepts:
• Use a table to give the differences, and give as many (at least 5) differences as possible.
• Distinguish with the help of detailed explanation.
• If the question asked to compare and contrast, give the comparisons first and differences next
(don’t mix).
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6. Matching questions:
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Identify the correct matching terms and give the appropriate matching using a table.
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Give simple explanation stating the reasons for matching.
7. Theoretical questions:
• Author the solution in own words.
• Provide a clear idea regarding the concept being discussed.
• Explain the key terms and technical words clearly.
• Low level explanation is desirable.
• Provide diagrams, if necessary.
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8. Problematic questions:
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Identify and explain the given constraints/inputs of the problem.
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In each step give detailed explanation what is going to be achieved/calculated.
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If formula is required in a step; write it, give description of the formula, and its significance in
the step.
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Don’t provide direct answers.
9. Pseudo code and Flowcharts:
• Read and understand the question carefully and identify all the requirements.
• Follow the instructions given in the question and present the pseudo code, flowchart in the
same order. Pseudo code style should match the style given in the textbook.
• Use Serif Draw Plus, Microsoft Paint, Microsoft Visio (or any other equivalent software)
to draw flow-charts. Flow-chart symbols should be aligned neatly.
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10. Case study questions:
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Read and understand the given case study.
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Read the questions given for the respective case study.
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Author the solution such that the ideas/suggestions/context discussed in the case study
should reflect in the solution.
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Solution should be within the context of the given case study and if required within the
context of the respective chapter.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
ECONOMICS
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A) EQUATIONS
and
B) TABLES
Note: Technology
• Equations: Use MathType or Microsoft Equation 3.0 available in MS Office 2007/2010 to type
any equation.
• Tables: Use Excel tables for creating tables and paste them into your Microsoft Word file in an
image format.
C) EXPLANATION / APPROACH
Let’s have a look at some types of questions you will find & how to approach them:
1. For review based or direct questions
2. For Cause and Effect questions
3. For Application-based questions
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1. For review based or direct questions:
• Give definition or brief explanation of
the concept in your own words.
• Explain each idea or concept with an
example in next step separated by a
delimiter.
Example
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2. For cause and effect questions:
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Solve in this logical sequence:
a. Identify and explain the relation
between variables.
b. Illustrate using a graph wherever
required.
Example
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3. For Application based questions:
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Solve in this logical sequence:
a. Definition or brief explanation of the
concept in your own words.
b. Briefly explain the approach towards
the problem.
c. Solve step-wise.
d. Final answer and conclusion.
Example
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D) GRAPHS
• Draw a graph using graphing tools like
CorelDraw, Serif DrawPlus.
• Draw a clear, readable, and well-labeled graph.
• If the question asks to show any specific parameter
like deadweight loss, profit region or loss region in a
figure, shade the region with a separate color.
• Draw arrows appropriately for showing the directions
of the shifts in the curves as shown here:
• When the question asks to compare or contrast two
situations, then the graphs of both the situations
should appear side by side.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
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A) TEXT
• The conclusion statement should reflect the question. Any inferences from the solution can be
mentioned in the conclusion section.
Example: Thus, the minimum power rating of each resistor, P is 8.51 kW .
B) EQUATIONS
• The degree symbol should be used while describing the temperature.
For Kelvin, don’t use the degree symbol. T K
• While writing equations, always follow the style of the textbook.
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C) DIAGRAMS
• Figures and graphs should be numbered sequentially and properly
labelled.
• In phasor diagrams, all representations (arrows, directions, colors and
notation) should be differentiable.
Note: Technology
• Circuits that do not require software simulation must be drawn using
Draw Plus / Corel Draw.
• Do not use MS word tools to draw circuit diagrams or K-Maps.
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D) TABLES
• Tables should be numbered at the top followed by the title.
• In truth tables and Karnaugh maps, all cells should have their entries
center-aligned. The titles should be in bold.
• In digital circuits, mappings should be distinguishable with different
colors.
Note: Technology
• Provide MathType or image type tables instead of using word table.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
FINANCE
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A) TEXT / EXPLANATION
1. Interpret the background of the question in simple
student-friendly sentences.
2. Introduction: Begin the solution by introducing the
concept, analysis, and problem-solving approach in
brief sentences
3. Explain: State what the terms involved in the
formula mean.
4. Calculate: Perform the calculations using
MathType /Microsoft Equation 3.0, especially when
multiple lines of calculations are involved.
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C) TABLES
B) EQUATIONS
Note: Technology
• Use MathType or Microsoft
Equation 3.0 available in Word
2007/2010 to include equations
in your solution.
Note: Technology
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Use Excel tables for creating
tables and paste them in
your Microsoft Word file in
JPEG/PNG format.
D) GRAPHS
Note: Technology
• Use Excel for drawing
graphs. Take only the
image (JPEG/PNG) of
graphs and paste it on
the word document.
Never copy paste
directly from the Excel.
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GUIDELINES
GENERAL BUSINESS
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A) EXPLANATION / APPROACH
1. For review based or direct questions:
Follow the sequence:
a) Comprehend the intent of the question
b) Identify the underlying concepts of the problem.
c) Define or give a brief explanation of the underlying
concept with the help of an example. (Note: The
definition or explanation should not be copied
directly from any textbook or any other source).
d) Provide logical step-by-step explanation separated
by single line delimiters.
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2.
For case-based questions:
Follow the sequence:
a) Write the essence of the whole case in one
or two brief sentences.
b) Support your statement with adequate
information.
c) Write the answer in points rather than in
paragraph.
d) Conclude with the appropriate outcome.
Note: In case-based solutions, use initials to
specify names.
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C) TABLES
B) EQUATIONS
• Formulas/equations must be
preceded by a brief explanation
of the context.
• Variables must be italicized
based on the textbook style.
• On pasting a table in
Word document, adjust
the font parameters as
specified in the General
Solution Authoring
Guidelines.
Note: Technology
Note: Technology
• Use MathType or Microsoft
Equation 3.0 available in MS
Office 2007/2010 to type an
equation.
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D) SPECIAL POINTS
• State your assumptions
clearly and precisely.
• Memos, reports,
advertisements or emails
should be presented
within a box.
• Difference-based solutions
must be written in points
defining various criteria.
Use Excel tables for
creating tables and paste
them in your Microsoft
Word file in JPEG/PNG
format.
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E) NOTABLE POINTS
1. For theory as well as numerical problems, introductory part of the solution should contain
relevant concept or context discussed in the question. The main idea behind the introduction
part is to give the student an understanding of the underlying concept.
2. For assumption/opinion-based questions, expert should avoid writing the solution using first
person or second person pronouns like I/we/us/me/you, etc. Instead of this, expert is
advised to write the solution from an individual’s perspective.
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3. While giving examples of a person, company, or location, expert should write the complete
name like Bill Gates, Barack Obama, Amazon, America, California, etc. Whereas, if a
question/case study already contains the name of a person or location, expert should use the
initials to denote the same.
4. For business law questions, expert can also quote the actual law/definition using proper
citations.
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5. Plagiarism/ copyright issue: Expert should not copy the headings for a topic directly from
the textbook as it can lead to plagiarism issue.
6. Paraphrasing of sentences by eliminating some words, using synonyms, or joining some
sentence together cannot remove the copyright/ plagiarism issues. Expert is advised to write the
entire solution in their own words for plagiarism free writing.
7. Expert should not start a sentence with “Yes/No/And/Also/But”.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
LEGAL STUDIES
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A) LEGAL CITATION
Every case law should be properly
cited with full citation.
For example, the correct way for
citing a case law is:
B) MENTIONING LEGAL PROVISIONS
Full text of a provision is not recommended.
However, a summarized and brief version of the
provision should be included.
Example:
Roe v. Wade 410 U.S. 113 (1973).
Here,
• Roe v. Wade is the name of
the case
• 410 U.S. 113 (1973) is the
citation.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
MATHEMATICS
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Technology
• MathType
Use MathType to write equations and mathematical
expressions in the solutions. It is a free plug-in
software available for MS Word.
To add it, go to [Insert > Get Add-ins] and search
for MathType.
After you install it, this will appear in
the top right corner of the insert menu.
• Microsoft Equation 3.0
If MathType is not available, use Microsoft Equation
3.0 available in Word.
To add it in Word 2007 or 2010, go to [Insert ->
Object > Microsoft Equation 3.0]
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A) TEXT
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Apply only the specified
method to get the particular
solution. Don’t use methods that
are not explained in the textbook.
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To prove a statement, bring out
the generalization without
sticking to any particular case of
the statement.
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Iterative methods in numerical
methods must be clearly
explained for one step from
to ( ) n using one step size (h)
value. For other h values, a table
must be given for other
step size (h) values.
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B) DIAGRAMS
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While drawing a curve, explain
the tracing process in the
following manner: (i) scaling, (ii)
angle in each quadrant in case
of polar curves along with the
grid lines, (iii) scale of the
parameter in case of parametric
curve and, (iv) the domain of the
function.
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Matching of differential equation
and its direction field requires
explanation of slopes of each
solution curve at the initial points
and critical points.
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To match one equation with one
of the given four options, explain
the correct option and why the
other options are incorrect.
C) TABLES
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Tables longer than 15 rows
should be broken into
smaller tables (Approx. 10
rows each)
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D) EQUATIONS
MathType / Equation 3.0 pointers
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D) EQUATIONS
Some more MathType / Equation 3.0 pointers
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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A) TEXT / EXPLANATION
• If the problem involves interpolation, then the calculation part of the interpolation should be
explained clearly instead of writing direct values.
B) EQUATIONS
•
The degree symbol in should be used while describing the temperature.
•
The multiplication symbol used in units should be mid-dot. ✓
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The representation of sigma symbol and degree symbol that are frequently used in the expressions:
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C) DIAGRAMS
1. If parts of a diagram are needed to be referred in the solution, label
them.
2. While representing a T-s diagram, please show the difference between
the actual process and saturation lines and place the state points on
the T-s diagram correctly.
3. Numbering should be done at the precise points/positions.
4. The thickness of the actual process lines should be 2 points and
for the other lines 1 point.
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4. While representing trusses, variables should be used in the same style
throughout.
5. In the case of shear force and bending moment diagrams, their widths
should match the width of the beam.
6. While drawing the shear diagram and the moment diagram, the width of
the diagram should be the same as the given Load diagram. Also, all the
three diagrams should be aligned vertically.
D) TABLES
and
E) GRAPHS
• While taking any constant values from the textbook tables / graphs, the
table / graph name should be specified. Do not use their number.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
PHYSICS
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A) TEXT / EXPLANATION
“Conceptual” questions: Solve each question based on the underlying concept(s) provided in the chapter.
“Check Your Understanding” questions: Step-by-step solutions which should neither be too brief nor too lengthy.
Every Textbook solution must have at least two steps.
UNITS CONVERSION
•
Unit conversions should be
explicit to avoid mistakes.
UNIT REPRESENTATION
•
Use mid-dot instead of dot
between units.
VECTOR NOTATION
•
Vector quantities must be
represented by a variable
with bar/arrow symbol above
it.
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B) EQUATIONS
Specify units of all quantities during substitution and simplification of every step.
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C) DIAGRAMS
The variables labelled in diagrams
should be in italics.
D) GRAPHS
The scale chosen for the graph must
be indicated at its top right side corner.
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Tools to use
• MathType
for writing
equations
To add it, go to [Insert > Get Add-ins] and search
for MathType.
Use MathType to write equations and mathematical
expressions in the solutions. It is a free plug-in software
available for MS Word.
After you install it, this will appear in
the top right corner of the insert menu.
• Microsoft Equation 3.0
If MathType is not available, use Microsoft Equation
3.0 available in Word.
To add it in Word 2007 or 2010, go to [Insert >
Object > Microsoft Equation 3.0]
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
SOCIOLOGY
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1. Refrain from using common-sensical
statements.
• Common sensical knowledge is not
based on scientific explanations,
whereas sociological knowledge is
based on scientific evidence from
research and experiments.
2. Narrative or story-telling format
should not be used.
•
Narrative and story-telling format tend to
be common-sense based and does not
align with proper academic writing
method.
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3. Names of countries / demonyms.
• If the name of a country is not used in
the question, use full name for reference
point for the students.
4. Proper method of quoting should be
followed.
•
Solutions that require statistical
information to support the answer,
should be provided with valid source of
data.
•
Proper quotation should be used to cite
thinkers and authors.
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SUBJECT SPECIFIC
GUIDELINES
STATISTICS
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A) TEXT
• To enhance the understandability of the solution, always
specify the formulae that are used to obtain the result.
B) EQUATIONS
• Follow the textbook’s notation for equations and variables. Use
MathType or Equation 3.0 to type equations
C) DIAGRAMS
D) GRAPHS
• If a diagram is given with or without dataset, recreate the
diagram using the given dataset with the help of any suitable
statistical software.
• Sampling Distribution: Draw the necessary graph of a
sampling distribution in every step to obtain the required area
of probability in case of Normal Distribution. Minitab is a good
tool to draw such graphs.
• P-Value: Draw the necessary graph or curve to find the
probability value (p-value) in all cases of distributions.
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E) TABLES
• Provide a table showing calculations regarding data only when
the dataset contains observations less than or equal to 15
entries.
• When dataset has more than 15 observations, just provide the
values obtained from the dataset that are required for further
calculations.
• We prefer using “Excel” to create tables
• You must paste tables in the solution in image format
(JPEG/PNG).
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Thank You.
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