Practice From Symptoms to Root Cause - 3.1 | Unit 2: User Research & Problem Definition | IB Grade 8 Product Design
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From Symptoms to Root Cause

3.1 - From Symptoms to Root Cause

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of the 5 Whys technique?

💡 Hint: Think about what you discover by asking 'why?' repeatedly.

Question 2 Easy

What should a problem statement include?

💡 Hint: Consider the main four elements we discussed.

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Question 1

What is the main goal of the 5 Whys technique?

To identify symptoms
To find root causes
To create surveys
To write reports

💡 Hint: Think about what the technique encourages you to explore.

Question 2

True or False: A problem statement should include context, pain point, impact, and goal.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the main components we covered today.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a situation in a classroom where students frequently fail to complete assignments. Apply the 5 Whys technique to uncover the underlying issues.

💡 Hint: Each 'why' should take you deeper into the underlying problem.

Challenge 2 Hard

A local business reports decreased customer satisfaction during busy hours. Use the 5 Whys technique to determine potential root causes.

💡 Hint: Think critically through each layer of the business operation.

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