Introduction Gives necessary background information. Tells why the reader or the organization should consider the reported upon alternatives. Criteria Explains the ways in which the decision-making criteria are reasonable and appropriate. Methods Explains the methods used to collect the information or material and allows the reader to determine that the facts are reliable. Results Tells what the research produced.
Evaluation Tells the reader how the alternatives compare to the criteria.
Conclusions Explains the overall conclusions that may be drawn about the alternatives. Recommendation Tells what the reader or organization should do or think and explains which alternative is the best. Gives any necessary background information. Objectives Describes what you are trying to discover or find out. Methods Explains the research methods in detail.