What to do when running out of time on analysis of an issue?

[nonameee]

When running out of time on analysis of an issue, is it better to have two paragraphs supporting your position and one addressing some counter-points, or to have three paragraphs in support of your position?

Also, (and probably this question has already been asked, so if you could point me to it), in general, what to do we you are running out of time and you are still finishing, let's say, a second paragraph supporting your position (i.e., you have written an introductory paragraph and one and a half paragraphs in support of your position)?

Thanks a lot.

[StaceyKoprince]

Don't worry about a counter-points paragraph - not needed. The below article can help you structure these but, in general, you need an intro and a conclusion. If you start to run out of time, cut short one of your body paragraphs and write the conclusion first. Then, if you have time, go back to finish the body paragraph.

http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... no-thanks/

[nonameee]

Stacey, thanks for your reply.

So are you saying that two body paragraphs (one being inadequate) and a good conclusion is better than two solid body paragraphs and an inadequate concluding paragraph?

[StaceyKoprince]

Yes, it is better to have one sub-par body paragraph (as long as you do have one good body paragraph) than to lack a conclusion entirely!