Which of the following sections of research reports contains the Executive Summary?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Prefatory Information

• A research report is divided into several logical sections to help the reader navigate the findings.
• Prefatory Information: This is the front matter of the report. It includes the Title Page, Letter of Transmittal, Table of Contents, List of Tables, and the Executive Summary (or Abstract).
• The Executive Summary provides a concise overview of the entire report so that busy executives can understand the core findings without reading the whole document.

Information Booster:
• The Executive Summary is often considered the most important part of a business research report.
• Prefatory parts are usually numbered with small Roman numerals (i, ii, iii).

Additional Knowledge:

​• Introductory Information (Option B): This usually marks the start of the main body, containing the problem statement, objectives, and scope.
• Main Research Body (Option C): Includes the methodology, data analysis, findings, and conclusions.
• Supplementary Information (Option D): Contains the back matter such as Appendices, Bibliography, and Glossary.​