Adam is writing a research paper about recycling, and he has several potential research questions. Which is his best option?

A strong research question is focused enough to guide investigation but broad enough to support research and discussion. “What are the effects of recycling on the environment?” invites evidence about different environmental impacts. The other choices are either mainly requests for a fact or list, or ask a broad historical question that is less directly suited to the topic.

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