Which feature most clearly signals a procedural text's step-by-step sequence?

• A. Narrative dialogue
• B. A descriptive essay without headings
• C. Visual images only
• D. Step headings and imperative verbs

Answer: (D)

Procedural texts show how to do something in a certain order, and the clearest signal of that step-by-step sequence is step headings paired with imperative verbs. Step headings mark each stage, and verbs like "mix," "stir," or "preheat" tell you exactly what action to take, in what order. That combination guides you through the process clearly and efficiently.

Narrative dialogue focuses on characters speaking to each other, not on performing tasks in order. A descriptive essay without headings describes something but doesn’t organize actions into steps. Visual images alone can suggest what to do, but without explicit commands and labeled steps, the exact sequence isn’t as obvious.