CGSC X100 FINAL EXAM REVIEW WITH COMPLETE 400
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Question 1
What is the first step of the Army Problem Solving Process?
A) Generate solutions
B) Identify the problem
C) Gather information
D) Analyze the problem
Answer: B) Identify the problem
Rationale: FM 6-0 specifies that problem identification is the
critical first step. If you misidentify the problem, all subsequent
steps will address the wrong issue.
Question 2
Which step immediately follows "Develop criteria" in the Army
Problem Solving Process?
A) Implement the solution
B) Generate solutions
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,C) Analyze the problem
D) Compare solutions
Answer: B) Generate solutions
Rationale: The sequence is: Identify problem → Gather
information → Develop criteria → Generate solutions →
Analyze/compare solutions → Make/implement decision.
Question 3
In which step do you determine what "good" looks like for a
potential solution?
A) Identify the problem
B) Develop criteria
C) Gather information
D) Analyze the problem
Answer: B) Develop criteria
Rationale: Criteria are measurable standards used to evaluate
potential solutions. They define what makes a solution acceptable
or optimal.
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,Question 4
What is the purpose of the "Gather information" step?
A) Select the final solution
B) Understand the problem's root causes and constraints
C) Assign tasks to subordinates
D) Brief the commander
Answer: B) Understand the problem's root causes and
constraints
Rationale: Gathering information helps clarify the operational
environment, identify friction points, and uncover hidden factors
affecting the problem.
Question 5
During which step do you use tools like SWOT analysis or cause-
and-effect diagrams?
A) Implement the solution
B) Generate solutions
C) Analyze the problem
D) Compare solutions
Answer: C) Analyze the problem
Rationale: Analysis involves breaking down the problem into
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, components. SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,
Threats) and fishbone diagrams are common analytical tools.
Question 6
What is the final step of the Army Problem Solving Process?
A) Make and implement the decision
B) Compare solutions
C) Identify the problem
D) Gather information
Answer: A) Make and implement the decision
Rationale: After comparing solutions and selecting the best one,
you must execute the decision and monitor its effectiveness.
Question 7
Which Army publication primarily describes the Army Problem
Solving Process?
A) ADP 1-01
B) FM 6-0
C) FM 3-0
D) ATP 4-0
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