Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) — Question 362

Donna is leading a brainstorming session for her organization. She has asked the participants in this group to come up with at least ten ideas for possible solutions to an identified problem.
What is the problem with setting the goal as ten ideas for possible solutions in this session?

Answer options

• A. The goal should be to come up with as many solutions as possible, not just ten ideas.
• B. The goal should be to generate ten ideas within a set time period.
• C. The goal should be to come up with the best solution for the problem, not ten ideas.
• D. The goal should be to include everyone's input to the solutions.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because limiting the goal to ten ideas can stifle creativity and discourage participants from thinking outside the box. Goals should encourage an open-ended exploration of solutions rather than restricting the number of ideas. The other options suggest either time constraints, focusing on a singular best solution, or inclusivity, which do not address the fundamental issue of limiting the idea generation process.