Text A explains that cycling to school reduces fuel use and keeps the air cleaner.
source one
This source focuses on environmental benefit.
Example: Cycling reduces pollution.
Read two related texts and combine their ideas into one clearer explanation.
Synthesis is more than comparing. It means gathering ideas from both sources and building one bigger understanding.
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source one
This source focuses on environmental benefit.
Example: Cycling reduces pollution.
source two
This source adds health and money-related benefits.
Example: Cycling also supports fitness and savings.
combined idea
Look for overlap before building the synthesis.
Example: Both texts support cycling.
model synthesis
A synthesis answer joins ideas from both sources.
Example: Cycling to school can help the environment, save money, and improve health, so it offers practical benefits for both families and communities.
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