Creative Problem-Solving Techniques Quiz

Test your knowledge on creativity and problem-solving techniques with this quiz. Questions cover SCAMPER, TRIZ, DMAIC, and more.

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Which technique involves listing all possible solutions without evaluating them?

Brainstorming

Mind Mapping

Reverse Brainstorming

Lateral Thinking

What is a common characteristic of the 'Six Thinking Hats' method?

It encourages group brainstorming.

It involves wearing physical hats of different colors.

It focuses on critical thinking from different perspectives.

It is solely based on analytical problem-solving.

What is the primary purpose of the 'Random Word' technique in creative problem-solving?

To provide a distraction from the problem

To generate novel ideas by associating unrelated concepts

To narrow down potential solutions

To restrict thinking within predefined boundaries

Which technique involves creating a visual representation of ideas and their connections?

Mind Mapping

SWOT Analysis

Pareto Analysis

Force Field Analysis

What is the main objective of the 'Charette Procedure' in problem-solving?

To encourage individual thinking

To promote collaboration among stakeholders

To enforce strict deadlines for problem resolution

To exclude creative input from non-experts

Which technique involves systematically questioning assumptions about a problem or situation?

Brainstorming

Mind Mapping

Critical Assumption Planning

Affinity Diagramming

What does SCAMPER stand for in the context of problem-solving?

Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Propose, Expand, Reverse

Simplify, Clarify, Abstract, Minimize, Personalize, Elaborate, Reframe

Segment, Classify, Analyze, Measure, Predict, Evaluate, Redesign

Seek, Criticize, Analyze, Model, Predict, Execute, Review

Which technique involves looking at a problem from a different perspective to find a solution?

Mind Mapping

Reverse Engineering

Lateral Thinking

Pareto Analysis

What is the primary goal of the 'Five Whys' technique?

To identify potential solutions

To uncover the root cause of a problem

To generate creative ideas

To prioritize problems

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Which of the following is a primary benefit of using the Delphi Method in problem-solving?

Encourages quick decision-making

Promotes groupthink

Facilitates consensus-building

Limits input from experts

#11

In the context of problem-solving, what does the acronym DMAIC stand for?

Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control

Discover, Model, Assess, Implement, Change

Determine, Monitor, Adjust, Investigate, Confirm

Design, Measure, Adapt, Innovate, Communicate

#12

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of 'Provocation' in the Osborn-Parnes Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process?

It involves exaggerating or distorting elements of the problem.

It aims to disrupt conventional thinking patterns.

It relies solely on logical reasoning.

It encourages the exploration of absurd solutions.

#13

Which of the following is NOT a step in the TRIZ problem-solving method?

Identifying contradictions

Utilizing ARIZ algorithm

Applying ideality principles

Analyzing root causes

#14

What is a key principle behind the 'Fishbone Diagram' technique?

It focuses on identifying potential consequences.

It categorizes potential causes of a problem.

It encourages lateral thinking.

It is primarily used for goal-setting.

Creative Problem-Solving Techniques Quiz

Which technique involves listing all possible solutions without evaluating them?

What is a common characteristic of the 'Six Thinking Hats' method?

What is the primary purpose of the 'Random Word' technique in creative problem-solving?

Which technique involves creating a visual representation of ideas and their connections?

What is the main objective of the 'Charette Procedure' in problem-solving?

Which technique involves systematically questioning assumptions about a problem or situation?

What does SCAMPER stand for in the context of problem-solving?

Which technique involves looking at a problem from a different perspective to find a solution?

What is the primary goal of the 'Five Whys' technique?

Which of the following is a primary benefit of using the Delphi Method in problem-solving?

In the context of problem-solving, what does the acronym DMAIC stand for?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of 'Provocation' in the Osborn-Parnes Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process?

Which of the following is NOT a step in the TRIZ problem-solving method?

What is a key principle behind the 'Fishbone Diagram' technique?

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