When connecting past and present issues, it is best to follow a series of steps. which step is missing from the pattern? 1. identify common issues in the past and the present. 2. research supporting evidence. 3. 4. make connections. 5. draw conclusions. a. prepare an analysis report. b. establish cause and effect. c. validate the outcomes of the two events. d. compose a policy to improve future issues. select the best answer from the choices provided