What does paraphrasing involve?

• A. Check, summarize, repeat, clarify
• B. Repeat, summarize, check, clarify
• C. Clarify, summarize, repeat, check
• D. Summarize, repeat, check, clarify

Answer: (D)

Paraphrasing is about restating ideas in your own words while keeping the original meaning. The best sequence is to first summarize the main points, then rephrase them using different words, then check your paraphrase against the source to ensure accuracy, and finally clarify any parts that are still ambiguous or need more precision. This flow—summarize, repeat in your own words, check for accuracy, clarify—helps you produce a faithful, non-plagiarizing restatement. Starting with simply repeating or skipping verification can lead to misinterpretation or unintentional similarity to the original.