Which term describes the writing approach that explores an issue by considering various points of view before arriving at an evidence-based conclusion?

• A. Anecdote
• B. Discursive writing
• C. List of three
• D. Less common lexis

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is how a writer examine an issue from multiple angles and then reach a conclusion supported by evidence. This describes discursive writing: it presents various viewpoints, weighs the arguments, and builds a reasoned, evidence-based conclusion. It aims for balance and thoughtful consideration rather than pushing a single claim.

An anecdote, by contrast, centers on a short personal story to illustrate a point rather than systematically weighing different perspectives. A list of three is just a way of organizing points without implying a method of evaluating them. Less common lexis refers to unusual vocabulary, not to the approach of argument or analysis.