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The basic problem-solving procedure involves six steps. Many groups skip Steps 13, but all steps must be addressed for successful basic problem solving. Step 1: Define the problem. Do not eliminate this step because valuable time can be wasted on the assumption that everyone knows the exact problem. Step 2: Research and analyze the problem. Do not omit step; teams can reach unsound decisions if they do not know enough. Step 3: Establish a checklist of criteria, the guidelines a group agrees to follow in reaching a solution (or a requirements checklist). This is one of the most important steps of all. Criteria must be divided into must criteria (required) and want criteria (desired). Step 4: List possible alternatives in as much detail as time and budget permit. Postpone evaluation until Step 5 to avoid hampering creative thinking. Brainstorming (spontaneous contributions of ideas by all team members) is one method of generating creative detailed lists of ideas. Step 5: Evaluate each alternative. If Steps 14 are well done, this step should be simple. Step 6: Select the best alternative or alternatives. The best solution is the one that best fulfills the criteria, but several alternatives can meet the criteria.
This young child is pulling at the ear and acting fussy, two important signs of otitis media.
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