Army Problem Solving Model Is Root Cause Analysis

Question 1
Question 1 1. | | | Based on your reading "Critical Thinking Concepts and Tools," which of the following are characteristic of critical thinkers? (Check all that apply) Answer | | | | | | A. | Follows a sequence | | B. | Communicates effectively with others | | C. | Produces well-reasoned conclusions | | D. | Uses criteria to select from alternatives | | | | |
10 points Question 2
Question 2 1. | | | According to your reading in FM 5-0, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an assumption? Answer | | | | | | A. | A valid assumption has been objectively measured | | B. | A valid assumption is likely to be true | | C. | Necessary assumptions
are needed for planning | | | | |
10 points Question 3
Question 3 1. | | | According to your reading in FM 5-0, during which step of the Army problem solving model is root cause analysis performed?
Answer | | | | | | A. | Identifying the problem | | B. | Developing criteria | | C. | Generating possible solutions | | D. | Comparing possible solutions | | | | |
10 points Question 4
Question 4 1. | | | Based on what you learned in the lesson, which of the following is a benefit of using mental models during problem solving? (Check all that apply) Answer | | | | | | A. | Help understand complex realities and solve problems | | B. | Steps are performed unconsciously | | C. | Problem can be solved without critical reasoning | | D. | Conducting analysis and building hypotheses | | | | |
10 points Question 5
Question 5 1. | | | According to your reading in FM 5-0, which one of the following is NOT considered a characteristic/behavior of a leader that is a critical thinker? Answer | | | | | | A. | Leave the problem definition open to defer decisions. | | B. | Seek relevant information diligently. | | C. | Select and apply criteria in a reasonable manner.Select and apply criteria in a reasonable manner.
| | D. | State the problem clearly. | | | | |
10 points Question 6
Question 6 1. | | | According to your reading in FM 5-0, which of the following is part of identifying the problem in the Army problem solving model? Answer | | | | | | A. | Identifying the desired end state | | B. | Deciding on a solution | | C. | Generating alternative solutions | | D. | Comparing alternative solutions | | | | |
10 points Question 7
Question 7 1. | | | Which of the following are techniques for preventing groupthink? (Check all that apply) Answer | | | | | | A. | Getting higher-up opinions before starting the problem solving process | | B. | Examine all effective alternatives to solve the problem | | C. | Assign one group member to play the role of the devil’s advocate | | D. | Keep information within the group until a solution has been determined | | | | |
10 points Question 8
Question 8 1. | | | Which of the following are characteristics of metacognition? (Check all that apply) Answer | | | | | | A. | Being able to consciously monitor and regulate one’s thinking processes | | B. | Being able to monitor one’s emotions | | C. | Being able to understand how others are feeling and thinking | | D. | Being aware of one’s knowledge and thinking processes | | | | |
10 points Question 9
Question 9 1. | | | Based on your reading "Critical Thinking Concepts and Tools," which TWO of the following are universal intellectual standards? (Check all that apply) Answer | | | | | | A. | Breath | | B. | Solution | | C. | Problem | | D. | Depth | | | | |
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Question 10
Question 10 1. | | | The MDMP as described in doctrine is an example of a mental model. Answer | | | | | | True | | False | | | | |