Military Problem Solving Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What type of problems are complex, nonlinear and dynamic?

Ill-Structured problems.

Fear of failure, binding customs and command pressure are a few examples of what?

Road blocks to problem solving.

What do leaders use to analyze possible solutions?

Leaders use screening criteria and benchmarks to analyze possible solutions.

What is the seven-step process in military problem solving?

Identify the problem, Gather information and knowledge, Develop criteria, Generate possible solutions, Analyze possible solutions, Compare possible solutions, Make and implement the decision. Signup and view all the answers

Define a problem in terms of military problem solving.

A problem is an issue or obstacle that makes it difficult to achieve a desired goal or end state. Signup and view all the answers

Problems that are easy to identify, required information is available, and methods to solve them are somewhat obvious are known as?

Well-structured problems. Signup and view all the answers

Problems that are more interactively complex than well-structured problems are known as?

Medium-structured problems. Signup and view all the answers

What are the most challenging structured problems to solve?

Ill-Structured problems. Signup and view all the answers

The key to understanding situations, finding causes, making good judgments, and learning from experience is known as?

Critical reasoning. Signup and view all the answers

What comes into play when leaders apply imagination?

Creative thinking. Signup and view all the answers

How many steps are in the problem solving process, and what are they?

Seven steps: 1) Gather information and knowledge, 2) Identify the problem, 3) Develop criteria, 4) Generate possible solutions, 5) Analyze possible solutions, 6) Compare possible solutions, 7) Make and implement the decision. Signup and view all the answers

An assumption is known as what?

A supposition on the current situation or a presupposition on the future course of events. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a problem existing?

A problem exists when the current state or condition differs from the desired end state. Signup and view all the answers

During the step of developing criteria, what are some screening measures?

Is it suitable? Is it feasible? Is it acceptable? Is it distinguishable? Is it complete? Signup and view all the answers

During the step of developing criteria, what are some evaluating measures?

Short Title, Definition, Unit of Measure, Benchmark, Formula. Signup and view all the answers

When generating possible solutions during the Military Problem Solving Process, how do leaders accurately record each possible solution?

Summarizing the solution in writing and sketches. Signup and view all the answers

When leaders analyze each solution to determine its merits and drawbacks, what have they done first?

Identified possible solutions. Signup and view all the answers

What continues throughout the Problem Solving Process?

Gathering information and knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

Leaders cannot understand or identify the problem without first doing what?

Gathering information and knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

During the Problem Solving Process, what components of the first three steps are linked?

Facts, Assumptions, and Interests; Who, What, When, Where, and Why; Screening & Evaluation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Military Problem Solving Overview

Problems can be categorized as well-structured, medium-structured, or ill-structured depending on their complexity.
Ill-structured problems are complex, nonlinear, and dynamic, making them challenging to solve.
Well-structured problems are easy to identify, have readily available information, and have obvious solutions.

Problem Definition and Existence

A problem in military context refers to an issue that obstructs achieving a desired goal or end state.
A problem exists when there is a discrepancy between the current state and the desired state.

Problem Solving Process

The military problem-solving process consists of seven key steps:
- Identify the problem
- Gather information and knowledge
- Develop criteria
- Generate possible solutions
- Analyze possible solutions
- Compare possible solutions
- Make and implement the decision

Criteria Development

Developing criteria involves both screening measures (e.g., suitability, feasibility, acceptance) and evaluating measures (e.g., short title, definition, unit of measure, benchmarks).

Solution Analysis

Leaders use screening criteria and benchmarks to analyze potential solutions and assess their merits and drawbacks.
Accurate recording of possible solutions is done through summarizing in writing and sketches.

Role of Information and Reasoning

Continuous gathering of information and knowledge is vital throughout the problem-solving process.
Critical reasoning is essential for understanding situations, analyzing causes, and making informed judgments.

Creative and Critical Thinking

Creative thinking is employed when leaders use imagination to explore different solutions.
Assumptions play a role in planning as they provide necessary context for evaluating the current situation and projecting future outcomes.

Connection of Components

The first three steps of the problem-solving process are interconnected through facts, assumptions, interests, and fundamental questions (who, what, when, where, and why).
Screening and evaluation are crucial components that help guide the analysis and decision-making process.

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Test your understanding of military problem solving concepts with these flashcards. Explore definitions and key terms related to complex problems, roadblocks, and analytical techniques used by leaders. Enhance your knowledge in assessing and overcoming challenges in military contexts.