Question

if you are asked to paraphrase a sentence, what should you do?
repeat the exact words of the original sentence.
translate the sentence into a different language.
change the meaning of the original sentence.
rewrite the original sentence in your own words.
question 2 (1.5 points)
which of the following is the best example of paraphrasing for the following sentence: \the pharmacist needs to double check his work before filling a medication order.\
according to our example, \the pharmacist needs to double check his work before filling a medication order.\
dave the pharmacist often checks his work before going to lunch.
the pharmacist checks his work.

Explanation:

Paraphrasing means expressing the same idea in different words while keeping the original meaning.

• Repeating exact words is not paraphrasing.
• Translating to another language is a different task.
• Changing the meaning is incorrect.
• Rewriting in one's own words is the correct approach.

Answer:

Rewrite the original sentence in your own words.