Written Assignment: Research Proposals and Plan Do the steps outlined above, and then submit the following information. If you are researching cars, you may use much of the material above in your answer. The initial topic you have chosen, such as "Purchasing a car." The Purpose: A description of why it is being purchased and other information. The Audience: For whom is your report intended? What will this audience be interested in? What will they need to know to be convinced? What are your focusing questions and their answers? What is your focused topic? What are the questions you will need to answer with your research?