Option a. Sub-topics backed by cited evidence are what makes up the body of the research paper.
Explanation:
While the thesis statement is presented in the introduction of the research paper to be used as a road map for the investigation, the body is the largest part of the research paper. In it, the author collects, presents and arrange the sub topics of the investigation theme, that will be cited by backed evidence. The body of the research paper is where the majority of the information acquired through the investigation is located and works as a medium point between the thesis statement and the final conclusion.
