You are part of a group for a group project in a class. The group project due date is coming up shortly but one of the group members often misses class and has not been helping with their part of the group project. You and your other group members are concerned that this will affect your mark on the group project as well as the class. The group member who has been missing class has mentioned in passing that it is difficult for them to get to campus due to a long commute and that their part-time job is requiring a lot of their time. You and your other group members want to get a good mark on this project and want to ensure that it is submitted on time.

For the problem above, use the problem-solving method we have discussed in the problem-solving lecture and tutorial to:

1. Define the problem (what, where, when, who)

2. Create an Ishikawa Diagram

a. At least 10 possible causes must be provided. They can be categorized as you see fit but they must be logical/appropriate to the problem you are solving.

b. Following the diagram, provide a 1-page (double-spaced) write up explaining your rationale for the possible causes you have included

3. Create a Mind Map diagram a. Mind map must include at least 20 bubbles