Question

Think about the problem Elijah described at the beginning of the lesson. He needs to take steps to analyze the problem more deeply and to try to solve it. Have you ever had a problem that you needed to analyze in order to solve it? Describe the problem. Then explain the steps you took to solve it. Were you satisfied with the solution? Write your response in about 100 to 150 words.

Answer 1

Answer and Explanation:

1. I already had a problem that I had to analyze many things to solve it. This problem happened when my parents separated and I had to choose whether to live with my mom or dad. This decision seemed to be a problem for me because it had many elements at stake and my decision, whatever it was, could promote advantages and disadvantages for me.

2. To solve this problem, I had to first talk to each of my parents, to make sure they wanted me to live with them. In addition, I needed to talk to them so that each one would not be upset by my decision. Then I analyzed every advantage and disadvantage that each decision would impose on my life. After that, I assessed which decision had the most advantage and whether those advantages outweighed the disadvantages. After that I made my decision.

3. I decided to live with my mother and I did not regret it, although I see my father often. Despite a few disadvantages living with my mother is satisfactory, which shows that I made the right decision, thanks to the steps I took to make the decision.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

A few days ago, two of my friends got into a fight. I’m close to both of them, and they asked me to pick a side. I didn't know what had really happened, so I decided to first gather some information. I got both sides of the story. It seemed that there was a miscommunication between my two friends. I called them both to meet me at my house. I explained how they both were not seeing the other's side of the story. I then asked each of them to repeat what they had told me. They didn’t want to at first, but they eventually agreed. After arguing a little, they realized that the fight wasn't either one's fault. Now they’re back to being friends, and I’m happy to see them together.