Brainstorming in preparation to write an essay entails two methods.One method is an Idea Map. Which of the following is the correct way to begin brainstorming using this method?

a.

Start by writing a subtopic and draw a circle around it starting on the left hand side of your paper.

b.

In the center of the map, write your topic and draw a circle around it.

c.

Draw circles on paper and write ideas in each and then use lines to connect ideas.

d

.List ideas on paper and then draw circles top to bottom of paper and write ideas in them in the order of importance.