What do you need for a report to be complete?

• A. When, where, who, which, why
• B. Who, what, when, where, why
• C. How, when, where, what, why
• D. Who, what, where, why, how

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that a complete report answers five basic questions: who, what, when, where, and why. Who identifies the people or groups involved. What describes the event, action, or topic being reported. When pins down the timing, which helps establish sequence and relevance. Where locates the setting or location. Why explains the purpose, reason, or significance, helping the reader understand the importance and context. Together, these five questions give the reader a clear, full picture. Other options try to swap or omit elements—for example, using how instead of who shifts focus to the method rather than the actor, or using which instead of what narrows the topic. Keeping the focus on who, what, when, where, and why yields a complete report.