Having chosen to write an analytical report, your first task is to explain the purpose and goals of your report.

Which statement of purpose will work best in your report? Option $1$

In response to the board$$s concerns that we are missing out on an emerging trend, I investigated the analog market, analyzed its characteristics, and evaluated whether or not producing analog components represents a good opportunity for Structural Sound.

Option $2$

In response to the board$$s concerns that we are missing out on an emerging trend, I investigated analog audio as a prospect for Structural Sound. This report will describe the analog audio scene and explain how analog audio works.

Option $3$

In response to the board$$s concerns that we are missing out on an emerging trend, I investigated analog audio. This report will provide facts and data about analog audio that can be used to make decisions about its feasibility for Structural Sound. No analysis or recommendations will be included in this report.