3DE Competency/Analytical Tool Review #6

This competency can be described as the ability to determine opportunities to use original thoughts/approaches to create or disrupt status quo assumptions; constantly looking for improvements and advancements

• Effective collaboration

• Engaging communication

• Cultural Agility

• Creativity & Innovation

This tool is is a decision support tool. It comprises two options plotted on a plane to determine the best possible outcome. Each quadrant represents highs and lows for the factors under consideration.

• 2 x 2 matrix

• Highs & Lows chart

• 4 x 4 tool

• Decision support matrix

Which statement best describes the purpose of the 2x2 Matrix?
Choose the most appropriate response.

• The 2x2 matrix is a tool used for communicating ideas effectively

• The 2x2 matrix can be used to support decision-making between two factors or criteria

• The 2x2 matrix is designed to gather specific insights from a group of people

• The 2x2 matrix shows a partnership between individuals, organizations, or businesses

Which statement is true about the solutions or ideas in the Low-Low Quadrant?
Choose the most appropriate respon

• Ideas in this quadrant address both criteria or characteristics and would be potentially viable solutions

• Solutions in this quadrant address one of the criteria or factors, but not the other

• Options in this quadrant may have a high level of risk associated with them because they do not address either criteria or relevant factors

• None of the above

Which statement is true about the solutions or ideas in the High-Low or Low-High Quadrant?

• Ideas in this quadrant address both criteria or characteristics and would be potentially viable solutions

• Solutions in this quadrant address one of the criteria or factors, but not the other

• Options in this quadrant may have a high level of risk associated with them because they do not address either criteria or relevant factors

• None of the above

Which statement is true about the solutions or ideas in the High-High Quadrant?

• Ideas in this quadrant address both criteria or characteristics and would be potentially viable solutions

• Solutions in this quadrant address one of the criteria or factors, but not the other

• Options in this quadrant may have a high level of risk associated with them because they do not address either criteria or relevant factors

• None of the above

Which statement is NOT true about the 2x2 Matrix?

• The 2x2 matrix can help people or businesses make decisions when there are many creative or innovative options

• The 2x2 Matrix can help identify opportunities for progress or improvements and can also help determine the level of risk for a solution

• The 2x2 Matrix gathers insights from consumers and competition

• The 2x2 Matrix can be used to help make a personal or professional decision when two factors are being considered