Arrange the parts of a thesis in the order in which they appear:

1. A. Bibliography
2. B. Introduction
3. C. Conclusion
4. D. Table of contents
5. E. Preface

1. AE, D, B, C, A
2. BE, B, C, D, A
3. CD, B, C, A, E
4. DD, B, A, C, E

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Correct answer: A. E, D, B, C, A

Explanation

Front matter (preface, contents) → body (introduction … conclusion) → back matter (bibliography).

Note: Many theses place the table of contents before the preface; the key puts the preface first.