CAPM Practice: Demonstrate an understanding of common problem-solving tools and techniques

Force field analysis, developed by Kurt Lewin, visualizes the forces that drive or restrain a change. Driving forces push toward the goal; restraining forces push against it. Teams use this tool to develop strategies to strengthen drivers and weaken restraints.

**Why not B:** Quantifying risk probability is the purpose of risk assessment tools such as probability-impact matrices or Monte Carlo simulations. Force field analysis evaluates forces for and against change, not probabilistic risk assessment.

**Why not C:** Force field analysis examines organizational or situational forces, not individual team members. Identifying who is blocking progress would be more aligned with stakeholder analysis or team performance assessments, not force field analysis.

**Why not D:** Mapping the sequence of decisions made during a project describes a decision tree or process flowchart. Force field analysis focuses on the balance between driving and restraining forces affecting a proposed change.