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intelligently applied<\/li>\n<li>thorough knowledge of the subject; few if any minor factual errors<\/li>\n<li>good understanding of issues and debates<\/li>\n<li>ability to select and interpret appropriate material\/authority<\/li>\n<li>solid development of an argument<\/li>\n<li>a written style appropriate to the level of the work<\/li>\n<li>clear expression<\/li>\n<li>correct use of academic referencing<\/li>\n<li>a balanced and well-considered answer to the question<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>2:2 Standard \u2013 50%-59%<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>A 2:2 piece will display most, if not all, of the following characteristics:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>a considered argument marshalling some of the advantages and disadvantages, where appropriate, with well-selected authority or evidence<\/li>\n<li>adequate, although incomplete, knowledge of the subject; some factual errors<\/li>\n<li>satisfactory understanding of issues and debates<\/li>\n<li>reasonable, although flawed, ability to select and interpret 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