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What is the ‘5 Whys Analysis’ method?

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  • Post published:December 3, 2017

One of the simplest causal analysis methods involves asking yourself “why” five times. You start by identifying the problem. “My house is always disorganised.” Then, you ask yourself why that is the case. You create a chain of inquiry that offers insight about the core of the problem.

Source: 7 Incredible Techniques to Easily Solve the Root of Any Problem @ Lifehack

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