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Explanation:

Step1: Identify chlorine's symbol

Chlorine's symbol is $\text{Cl}$

Step2: Find valence electrons

Chlorine (Group 17) has 7 valence electrons.

Step3: Place first dot location

Start at the top of $\text{Cl}$.

Answer:

The first dot should be placed directly above the "Cl" symbol (the top position relative to the chemical symbol).