Which statement best describes the Brainstorm step?

Which statement best describes the Brainstorm step?

• A. It Is Led by the Facilitator
• B. It Is Client-Directed and Generates 5-7 Possible Ways to Solve the Problem
• C. It Focuses on Costs
• D. It Takes a Long Time

Answer: (B)

Brainstorming centers on the client driving the flow and openly generating a range of possible solutions. The goal is to surface many ideas without judging them yet, which helps empower the client and expand options. The best choice captures two essential aspects: it is client-directed, and it generates several possible ways to solve the problem—typically about 5 to 7. This structure keeps the process focused and manageable, giving the client a tangible set of options to consider next. Think of it as a fast, idea-generating phase where the facilitator supports and keeps the atmosphere safe for sharing, but does not dictate the ideas. If the process were led by the facilitator, it would undermine client empowerment. If the focus were on costs, or if the step took an unnecessarily long time, that would shift away from generating options and toward evaluation or delay.

Brainstorming centers on the client driving the flow and openly generating a range of possible solutions. The goal is to surface many ideas without judging them yet, which helps empower the client and expand options.

The best choice captures two essential aspects: it is client-directed, and it generates several possible ways to solve the problem—typically about 5 to 7. This structure keeps the process focused and manageable, giving the client a tangible set of options to consider next.

Think of it as a fast, idea-generating phase where the facilitator supports and keeps the atmosphere safe for sharing, but does not dictate the ideas. If the process were led by the facilitator, it would undermine client empowerment. If the focus were on costs, or if the step took an unnecessarily long time, that would shift away from generating options and toward evaluation or delay.