Question

To what extent should a researcher allow his/her own writing style in report writing?

Answer 1

Answer:

Researchers are meant to develop a personal writing style, but academic guidelines and requirements should always be prioritized.

Explanation:

A research report is customarily less wordy than an essay, with direct and economic use of language that goes as straight to the point as possible.

Beyond any personal preferences, a report should always include an introduction that states the main idea, a detailed explanation of it, a presentation of the evidence that supports it, a commentary on the connection between evidence and theory, and a conclusion.