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Were the British and Dutch East India Companies commercial and military rivals of the same size and power at their heights during the 17th Century?

Yes, the two companies were in fierce economic competition throughout much of the seventeenth century, although the English learned from the Dutch successes and used these to form the fulcrum of their own su...
JA
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How do I pick an appropriate source for my EPQ essay?

The right source for your essay is dependant on the subject your EPQ is on. If your essay is, for example, a History-based essay, finding specialised books at university libraries would be most appropriate. ...
MS
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What's the best way to conduct research and start writing?

For a scientific literature research paper, it's best to first read broadly in the area and narrow down the exact question you want to answer. Then, read articles and papers from journals. If they're useful,...
VC
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How do I maximise my marks for 'reflection'?

When the examiners for EPQ specify that your project should be 'reflective', they are saying that they need you to show evidence that you are thinking about and learning from the process of researching and w...
MF
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How do I choose a good topic for my EPQ, and how do I make sure my research is credible?

The EPQ is quite an open-ended course, in that you have a lot of freedom in choosing what you study, where you study/write up and how you choose to carry out research. This is great for some people, however,...
JS
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