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Issue Statements for Memos and Briefs
This lesson introduces a modern approach to writing issue statements for traditional memos and briefs. The lesson steers users away from single-sentence issue statements. It bases much of its approach on the syllogism.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the lesson, the student will be able to:
- Define the purpose of an issue statement (also called a question presented).
- State the two parts of an issue statement.
- Explain the use of a syllogism in an issue statement.