The student did not adequately justify the choice of their topic and research question in terms of its global or personal relevance, as they only provided some context about their interest in phototropism without clearly articulating its significance. To enhance this aspect, the student could have included a personal anecdote or discussed the broader implications of understanding phototropism. However, the student did demonstrate strong personal input and initiative in designing and conducting the study, evidenced by their execution of pretests to select appropriate plant species and growth conditions, as well as their careful methodology development.
