When the researcher has an initial topic idea, he or she should
a. write a first draft.
b. draft a preliminary outline.
c. compose the opening paragraph.
d. begin to find and evaluate source material.

D. Begin to find and evaluate source material.

Explanation:

As a researcher with an idea, your job is exactly that: Conduct a research.

To start with the research process, initially one must know where to look for information. The researcher must then find sources with data related to the topic, and their legitimacy and accuracy have to be evaluated to avoid ending up with a research paper based on unfactual information.

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