Question

In business writing, the main idea of a written work should be located _____.
a.
At the end of the first paragraph
b.
In the body of the document
c.
At the beginning of the first paragraph
d.
In the salutation of the document

Answer 1

c. At the beginning of the first paragraph

In business writing you generally state the main idea up front (often in the first sentence) so readers immediately know the purpose.