Argument Synthesis Outline Intro (1-2 ¶) Intro to topic: Intro to issue: Thesis: Body (3+ ¶) a. Reason: Evidence 1: Analysis for evidence: Evidence 2: Analysis for evidence: (Evidence 3:) Analysis for evidence: Transition to next ¶: b. Reason: Evidence 1: Analysis for evidence: Evidence 2: Analysis for evidence: (Evidence 3:) Analysis for evidence: Transition to next ¶: c. Topic Sentence: Evidence 1: Analysis for evidence: Evidence 2: Analysis for evidence: (Evidence 3:) Analysis for evidence: Transition to next ¶: d. Topic Sentence: Evidence 1: Analysis for evidence: Evidence 2: Analysis for evidence: (Evidence 3:) Analysis for evidence: Transition to next ¶: Conclusion (1-2 ¶) Restate Thesis: Summarize Paper: Final thought on topic/issue: In this topic, apply the next two steps of the nine-step assessment process to develop a 500-word analysis of Exxon Mobile: 1. Investments to Support the Business Unit Strategy or Strategies 2. Future Profitability and Competitive Performance Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric below prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. 1 Unsatisfactory 0.00% 2 Less than Satisfactory 74.00% 3 Satisfactory 79.00% 4 Good 87.00% 5 Excellent 100.00% 70.0 %Content 70.0 %Incoporation of the Required Set of Elements in the Nine-Step Assessment Process for the Case Study Component The required set of elements is not present. The required set of elements is incorporated, but the information provided is incomplete, inaccurate, or otherwise deficient. The required set of elements is incorporated, but minimal detail or support is provided for one or more components. The required set of elements is present, and is incorporated in full. The submission encompasses essential details and provides appropriate support. The required set of elements is present and comprehensive. The submission further incorporates analysis of supporting evidence insightfully and provides specific examples with relevance. Level of detail is appropriate. 20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 7.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear. Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. 20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 8.0 %Argument Logic and Construction Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. Suffi.

1. Argument Synthesis Outline
Intro (1-2 ¶) Intro to topic:
Intro to issue:
Thesis:
Body (3+ ¶)
a. Reason:
Evidence 1:
Analysis for evidence:
Evidence 2:
Analysis for evidence:
(Evidence 3:)
Analysis for evidence:
Transition to next ¶:
b. Reason:
Evidence 1:
Analysis for evidence:

2. Evidence 2:
Analysis for evidence:
(Evidence 3:)
Analysis for evidence:
Transition to next ¶:
c. Topic Sentence:
Evidence 1:
Analysis for evidence:
Evidence 2:
Analysis for evidence:
(Evidence 3:)
Analysis for evidence:
Transition to next ¶:

3. d. Topic Sentence:
Evidence 1:
Analysis for evidence:
Evidence 2:
Analysis for evidence:
(Evidence 3:)
Analysis for evidence:
Transition to next ¶:
Conclusion (1-2 ¶)
Restate Thesis:
Summarize Paper:
Final thought on topic/issue:
In this topic, apply the next two steps of the nine-step
assessment process to develop a 500-word analysis of Exxon
Mobile:
1. Investments to Support the Business Unit Strategy or
Strategies
2. Future Profitability and Competitive Performance

4. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the
APA Style Guide. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric below
prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
1
Unsatisfactory
0.00%
2
Less than Satisfactory
74.00%
3
Satisfactory
79.00%
4
Good
87.00%
5
Excellent
100.00%
70.0 %Content
70.0 %Incoporation of the Required Set of Elements in the
Nine-Step Assessment Process for the Case Study Component
The required set of elements is not present.
The required set of elements is incorporated, but the
information provided is incomplete, inaccurate, or otherwise
deficient.
The required set of elements is incorporated, but minimal detail
or support is provided for one or more components.
The required set of elements is present, and is incorporated in
full. The submission encompasses essential details and provides
appropriate support.
The required set of elements is present and comprehensive. The

5. submission further incorporates analysis of supporting evidence
insightfully and provides specific examples with relevance.
Level of detail is appropriate.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
7.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose
Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.
Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not
clear.
Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper.
Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and
appropriate to the purpose.
Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper.
Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
8.0 %Argument Logic and Construction
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The
conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is
incoherent and uses noncredible sources.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks
consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some
sources have questionable credibility.
Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The
argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument
logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources
used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the
thesis.
Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of
argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of
claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are
authoritative.
Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim

6. in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are
authoritative.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation,
grammar, language use)
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede
communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is used.
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader.
Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are
present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not
overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence
structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may
be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence
structures and figures of speech.
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic
English.
10.0 %Format
5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and
assignment)
Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is
rarely followed correctly.
Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or
mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.
Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although
some minor errors may be present.
Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors
in formatting style.
All format elements are correct.

7. 5.0 %Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes,
references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and
style)
Sources are not documented.
Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as
appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting
errors.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style,
although some formatting errors may be present.
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style,
and format is mostly correct.
Sources are completely and correctly documented, as
appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.
100 %Total Weightage
Running head: EXXON MOBILE
1
EXXON MOBILE
2
This paper presents the financial analysis of Exxon
Mobile Corporation through application of two steps of the
nine-step assessment process. Exxon Mobile Corporation deals
in oil and gas production and is located in Irving, Texas. It was
founded in 1999 and is now a publicly traded company. Its
current CEO and Chairman is Darren Woods. The company’s
products and businesses include crude oil, petrochemicals,
natural gas, oil products and power negation. The two processes
entail: a) Analysis of Fundamentals: Goals, Strategy, Market,
Competitive Technology, Regulatory, and Operating
Characteristics and, b) Analysis of Fundamentals: Revenue

8. Outlook
Analysis of Fundamentals
Goals: The Company aims at being the premier petroleum and
petro chemical company in the world through its proactive
financial and operating activities (Exxon Mobile Corporation,
2017). The second goal is to foster clean business practices to
promote a conducive environment. Thirdly, the company aims to
equip its employees with technical and leadership skills to
enhance their competitive value (Exxon Mobile Corporation,
2017).
Strategy: The long-term strategy is build up on its upstream
business to outdo its competitors during boom seasons. The
other strategy is to regenerate its reserves to ensure constant
flow of supply especially during scarcity
Competitive technology: One of the goals of the company is to
invest in high-impact technologies, which will enhance their
operations. The company has invested in large-scale oil
technologies, which aim at fostering clean environment. For
instance, it has a 3-D seismic imaging, which is useful in
imaging of geological formations. Others include controlled
free zone technology, deep-water technology, hydraulic
fracturing technology, and full wave file inversion (Exxon
Mobile, 2017).
Regulatory: The Company is guided by a wide variety of
regulations that govern chemical production. The company’s
code of ethics and business conduct offers guidelines on best
practices among the directors, employees and shareholders. The
company has appointed a Board Affairs Committee, which is in
charge of reviewing any issues under the code (Exxon Mobile
Corporation, 2017). The code entails several policies including,
ethics policy, conflicts of interest’s policy, corporate assets
policy and, directorships policy (Exxon Mobile Corporation,
2017).
Operating characteristics: The Company has established an
OIMS system, which integrates five characteristics: scope and

9. objectives, processes and procedures, responsible and
accountable resources, verification and measurement, feedback
and improvement mechanisms and evaluation (Exxon Mobile
Corporation, 2017).
Analysis of Fundamentals: Revenue Outlook
The company’s business model in terms of meeting the
fluctuating demand and supply of oil and its products promises
future stability and growth in sales and profits. The company is
in the fourth position of the fortune 500 list in the current year
due to its long-term great performance. Currently, the company
has a 2040 energy outlook that looks into sustaining supply of
energy through integration of technology, transportation
systems and power generation ( Exxon Mobile Corporation,
2017).The company has produced $ 69.3 billion in sales and an
earnings per share of $ 0.93 in the current quarter (CNN Money,
2017). “However, persistently low oil prices and weaker profit
margins in Exxon’s refining business weighed on earnings for
the full year” (DiChristopher, 2017, par. 3).
References
CNN Money. (2017). Exxon Mobile Corp. Retrieved from
http://www.money.cnn.com/quote/forecast/forecast.html?symb=
xom
DiChristopher, T. (2017). Exxon Mobile profit and revenue rise
as the oil giant takes $ 2 billion impairment. Retrieved from
https://www.cnbc.com/2017/01/13/exxon-mobile-reports-
earnings.html
Argument Synthesis Paper
Rough Draft Due: __________________
Final Draft Due: ___________________
Topic: Some people believe that the use of robotics is
advancing our society. Others contend that such developments
are changing society negatively. What is your position on this

10. issue? Is the development of robotics helpful or harmful?
Task: Write an argument synthesis paper in which you answer
these questions using the sources listed below as supporting
texts. Make a claim that you justify with reasons and evidence
from the texts. The claim is your informed opinion on the
issue, but you will use the texts to validate your stance.
Successful completion of this task also requires that you
acknowledge and respond to opposing viewpoints. Your goal
should be to persuade readers that your position on this issue is
superior to other perspectives.
Sources:
“The Ethical Frontiers of Robotics” by Noel Sharkey
“Alone Together: The Robotic Moment” by Sherry Turkle
“To Siri, With Love” by Judith Newman
“A Swiveling Proxy That Will Even Wear a Tutu” by Robbie
Brown
Introductory Section
-Introduction of the issue
-Explanation and Background:
Familiarize your readers with the controversy.
Give them the information they need to understand the issue at
hand.
-Claim: Give your position on the issue
-Mention your main reasons for your claim
Body of the Essay:
· The body of your paper should focus on several reasons for
your position AND supporting evidence for each reason. Use
evidence from the texts whenever possible. You also must

11. provide explicit acknowledgment and refutation of opposing
views.
· For ideas about how to organize your body paragraphs, refer
to pp. 226-228 in Writing in the Disciplines.
Conclusion
Recap your argument and reiterate why your audience should
care about this issue; rephrase and restate your thesis.
Remember to always leave your readers thinking critically about
the issue.
Purpose: The ability to argue effectively is a skill that is crucial
for success at the university level and beyond. The best
arguments are ones that incorporate material from other
informed sources to support their claims. This assignment
allows you to demonstrate your understanding of a complex
issue based on your comprehension of the texts and synthesis of
information pertinent to the topic. It also displays your ability
to argue persuasively by appropriately integrating relevant
information and ideas from the readings into your paper to
justify your position.
Grading Rubric for Argumentative Synthesis
CONTENT
Rating
NOTES
Provides background information on the issue(s) to frame your
argument
Low
Medium
High
Contains a thesis statement that introduces the writer’s position
regarding the topic explained in the paper
Low
Medium
High

12. Develops an arguable position. Someone should be able to
disagree with your opinion on the issue
Low
Medium
High
Reasons for your claim are supported by evidence from the texts
Low
Medium
High
Ideas and information from the texts are integrated with and
connected to one another
Low
Medium
High
Explains HOW your evidence supports your thesis statement.
Do not give evidence from the texts without connecting it to
your claim.
Low
Medium
High
Considers the evidence for both sides of the issue. Explicitly
discuss and respond to the reasons and evidence for opposing
views
Low
Medium
High
ORGANIZATION
Rating
NOTES
Overall structure— effective introduction, body, and conclusion

13. Low
Medium
High
Paragraph development—each paragraph focuses on one
subtopic only and is developed with examples or details from
the texts
Low
Medium
High
Transitional phrases—effective use of transitions within and
between paragraphs to show relationships between topics, ideas,
and texts.
Low
Medium
High
LANGUAGE
Rating
NOTES
Appropriate use of parts of speech (adjectives, nouns, verbs,
adverbs, etc.)
Low
Medium
High
Appropriate use of verbs and verb forms
Low
Medium
High
Paraphrases from the texts are integrated into the paper, cited,
and reflect an understanding of the reading
Low
Medium

14. High
Appropriate sentence structure (few if any run-ons or
fragments) and variety (appropriate use of coordination and
subordination; mix of simple, compound, and complex
sentences)
Low
Medium
High
Grammatical errors do not interfere with overall understanding
Low
Medium
High
FORMAT
Rating
NOTES
References listed on a separate sheet of paper following APA
format
Low
Medium
High
Original Title
Low
Medium
High
Typed in 12-point font, double-spaced, 1” margins, stapled
Low
Medium
High
Note to the Writer for Argumentative Synthesis

15. Grading Rubric for Argumentative Synthesis
CONTENT
Rating
Provides background information on the issue(s) to frame your
argument
Low
Medium
High
Contains a thesis statement that introduces the writer’s position
regarding the topic explained in the paper
Low
Medium
High
Develops an arguable position. Someone should be able to
disagree with your opinion on the issue
Low
Medium
High
Reasons for your claim are supported by evidence from the texts
Low
Medium
High
Ideas and information from the texts are integrated with and
connected to one another
Low
Medium
High
Explains HOW your evidence supports your thesis statement.
Do not give evidence from the texts without connecting it to
your claim.
Low
Medium
High
Considers the evidence for both sides of the issue. Explicitly
discuss and respond to the reasons and evidence for opposing

16. views
Low
Medium
High
ORGANIZATION
Rating
Overall structure— effective introduction, body, and conclusion
Low
Medium
High
Paragraph development—each paragraph focuses on one
subtopic only and is developed with examples or details from
the texts
Low
Medium
High
Transitional phrases—effective use of transitions within and
between paragraphs to show relationships between topics, ideas,
and texts.
Low
Medium
High
LANGUAGE
Rating
Appropriate use of parts of speech (adjectives, nouns, verbs,
adverbs, etc.)
Low
Medium
High
Appropriate use of verbs and verb forms
Low
Medium
High
Paraphrases from the texts are integrated into the paper, cited,
and reflect an understanding of the reading
Low

17. Medium
High
Appropriate sentence structure (few if any run-ons or
fragments) and variety (appropriate use of coordination and
subordination; mix of simple, compound, and complex
sentences)
Low
Medium
High
Grammatical errors do not interfere with overall understanding
Low
Medium
High
FORMAT
Rating
References listed on a separate sheet of paper following APA
format
Low
Medium
High
Original Title
Low
Medium
High
Typed in 12-point font, double-spaced, 1” margins, stapled
Low
Medium
High