For your first essay, you will write a paper using the compare and contrast strategy you learned in Learning Plan 5 (refer to page 229 in your textbook for suggested topics). Write your essay in a Word document. Your essay should include the following elements: Essay should be 2-3 pages in length (excluding the title page) Include a title page in proper APA format Text should be double-spaced One-inch margins should be at the left, right, top, and bottom of each page 12 point font Times New Roman font Indent paragraphs five spaces Topic is focused Purpose is clear; a specific audience is addressed Thesis statement focuses on one central point or issue, is one sentence in length, and is precise and interesting Smooth transitions Research incorporated should be properly cited in APA Remember: do not write in first person point of view Topic: Online and brick-and-mortar shopping