Research Paper Format The 600 point Research Paper will consist of at least three page, typewritten, double-spaced, using good grammar and excellent written English. The report must contain the following elements: • The first paragraph should be a summary of the article(s) in your own words. If you are having a problem and must use the author’s words, be sure to use the proper citation. The first paragraph should include your Thesis Statement, and purpose of writing this research paper. • The body of your paper will analyze the topic and “connect” it to the business as we have studied in class. In this analysis you will first define and then describe the subject as we have discussed it in class; and then you will show how the article(s) relates to the economic idea. You should use your critical thinking skills here! • The final paragraph should evaluate one strength and one weakness of the article(s). It should also tell the reader whether the article exhibits normative or positive economic reasoning. Grading Rubric o 120 pts. will be given for a well-written summary of the article. o 240 pts. will be given for a good analysis of the article(s) and how it applies to business as we have studied it in class. o 120pts. will be given for the article(s) strength(s). o 120 pts. will be given for the article(s) weakness(es).