There are three modes of thought in developing alternatives:

Unstructured search mode

Examine various combinations of elements

Assemble elements into candidate solutions

All of the above

Unstructured search mode is using new and unconventional approaches to develop new alternatives.

True

False

Examine various combinations of elements is assembling the elements into viable and complete candidate solutions.

True

False

Assemble elements into candidate solutions is the idea of creating new and untried combinations.

True

False

Which of the following is not a technique used in unstructured search mode:

Brainstorming

Brainwriting

Dynamic confrontation

Zwicky morphological box

Brainstorming is a group process design to create new solutions and is not characterized by one of the following:

Formal sessions with a rigid hierarchy

No interruptions in the meeting are allowed

No criticisms of ideas is allowed

A facilitator leads the process

Brainwriting seeks to retain the advantages of brainstorming while minimizing its disadvantages.

True

False

Techniques used to make decisions may be broken down into five categories: Decision Analysis, Optimization, Economic Rating Methods, Rating Methods, and Ranking Methods.

True

False

GDSS software is useful for:

Improving brainstroming

Enhancing collaboration

Creating a trusting environment within a group

Enhancing group learning

All of the above

Zwicky's morphological box is a modification of the options field$/$options available approach.

True

False