The second step in conducting a research project is typically D. conducting research.
Here’s a general sequence for conducting a research project:
- B. brainstorming topics - identifying areas of interest.
- A. writing the research question - defining a specific question to guide the research.
- D. conducting research - gathering information based on the research question.
- C. analyzing information and drawing conclusions - interpreting the data collected.
So, after brainstorming topics, the next step is indeed to write a research question. However, if you're counting from the initiation of the research project after formulating a question, conducting research would come next.