Real Life Independent Challenge

You can apply the problem-solving techniques you learned in this part to challenges, difficulties, and other problems in other parts of your life. Start by selecting a problem you want to solve and then identify possible solutions

a. In a document for personal use, list up to 10 problems you would like to solve, ranging from minor to major. Write these as statements in the form of complete sentences.

b. For each problem statement on your list, determine whether you or anyone you know can do anything about it. If not, move the problem to a new page with the heading Out of Scope.

c. For each problem statement on the revised list, brainstorm possible solutions.

d. Select one problem and then organize the possible solutions into a table similar to that found in Figure 1-10. Which solution offers the best risk/reward ratio?

Option Potential Reward Potential Risk High Option A has the highest potential reward, but high risk B Moderate LOW High Low Moderate Option B might be the preferred alternative because of its risk/reward ratio C