Question

what is the first step in writing an informative essay?
investigating a topic
establishing a position on
the topic
evaluating evidence
writing a thesis statement

Explanation:

To write an informative essay, the first step is to investigate the topic. Establishing a position is for argumentative essays, evaluating evidence comes after gathering info, and writing a thesis statement is later (after topic investigation). So investigating the topic is the initial step.

Answer:

A. investigating a topic