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Myvi Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Rewrite

"In order to make the discussion much simpler, we prefer a single equation and define the general form of BVPs to be solved as..."
May I rewrite the above sentence as
"In order to make the discussion much simpler, a single equation is preferred and the general form of BVPs to be solved is defined as..."
  

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You may (though you need a comma after 'preferred'), but it makes the action less clear. Don't be afraid to use active voice in scientific writing. Many readers will sigh a great sigh of relief.

  • You may (though you need a comma after 'preferred'), but it makes the action less clear.
  • Don't be afraid to use active voice in scientific writing.
  • Many readers will sigh a great sigh of relief.
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You may (though you need a comma after 'preferred'), but it makes the action less clear. Don't be afraid to use active voice in scientific writing. Many readers will sigh a great sigh of relief.
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Since we were reminded to avoid using 'we' in our article. Does my sentence in previous post is correct?
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Yes, the grammar is correct.

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