Complacency-Not Asking Questions

question 13

Essay

Complacency-Not asking questions. See Table 3.3 for additional information. Also, students should provide an appropriate example for each conceptual block.
Mini-Case: The Minivan Story. In the May 30, 1994, edition of Fortune magazine, the story of the minivan was told. In the earlier years of the passenger vans, only hippies seemed to appreciate the attributes of the van. However, in the 1970s, all three U.S. automakers began to study ways to modernize and broaden the appeal of their vans. Listening to customers helped Chrysler avoid two crucial design errors: (1) it rejected the long, wedge-shaped nose design and (2) it rejected the design that placed the engine under a hump in the floor (blocking passage from front to back seats). Also, while Chrysler continued to push for front-wheel drive, both Ford and GM handed responsibility of the minivan to the truck divisions, which continued to focus on rear-wheel drive. GM's problems were compounded by the fact that in 1985 station wagons were a significant part of its sales. In the 1990s, both GM and Ford developed front-wheel drive minivans and neither were housed in the truck division. Learning from their mistakes, both GM and Ford devised a new-product development process.
-Explain specific techniques related to defining problems and generating alternatives that can enhance the creative problem-solving process.

Understand the common factors contributing to teenage pregnancy and the effectiveness of contraceptive use among teenagers.

Analyze the consequences of teenage pregnancy on individuals and society.

Identify and explain the warning signs of suicide among adolescents.

Comprehend the concept of status offenses and provide relevant examples.

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Definitions:

Deliberative Bodies

Organizations or groups that engage in thorough discussion and consideration of issues before making decisions.

Consensus

A general agreement among all members of a group or community, often reached through negotiation and discussion.

Compromise

A solution to a dispute that involves concessions from all parties involved.

Participatory Action Research

A research approach that involves stakeholders or community members in the research process, aiming to generate knowledge and action for social change.