During the problem analysis stage of problem solving, the information gathered about a problem should:
A)provide information about the nature of the problem.
B)contradict the information about the problem that had been gathered earlier.
C)be in the form of questions that provide solutions to the problem.
D)suggest a criteria for judging the solutions of the problem.

Question

During the problem analysis stage of problem solving, the information gathered about a problem should: 
A)provide information about the nature of the problem.
B)contradict the information about the problem that had been gathered earlier.
C)be in the form of questions that provide solutions to the problem.
D)suggest a criteria for judging the solutions of the problem.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

During the problem analysis stage, the focus is on gathering information about the nature of the problem. This information can include identifying the symptoms and causes of the problem, understanding the context in which the problem occurs, and determining the scope and impact of the problem. The information collected should help to clarify the problem and provide a basis for developing solutions. Contradicting earlier information or focusing on solutions is not necessarily helpful at this stage. Developing criteria for judging potential solutions typically comes later in the problem solving process.

During the Problem Analysis Stage of Problem Solving, the Information