Which of the Following Steps Should Happen First When Planning

Which of the following steps should happen first when planning and writing a research report?

A) Create an outline identifying the main ideas and details in the order they are to be presented in the report.
B) Make note cards that begin with a question, include key information, and contain the source and page number.
C) Organize your note cards into groups that deal with each main supporting point, and then identify the categories and the most logical order.
D) Revise your draft by adding, deleting, rearranging, and reworking parts of your report.