Which of the following best describes an index?
a. A collection of information, such as questionnaires, that supports a report
b. A short summary of the essential elements in a report
c. An alphabetical listing of the sources used in preparing a report
d. An alphabetical guide to the subject matter and topics in a report
The option that best describes an index is:
d. An alphabetical guide to the subject matter and topics in a report.
An index typically provides a way to locate specific information within a document by listing topics and the pages on which they can be found.