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The 5 Whys is a question-asking method used to explore the cause\/effect relationships underlying a particular problem. Ultimately, the goal of applying the 5 Whys method is to determine a root cause of a defect or problem.
\nThe following example demonstrates the basic process:
\n* My car will not start. (the problem)
\n1. Why? – The battery is dead. (first why)
\n2. Why? – The alternator is not functioning. (second why)
\n3. Why? – The alternator belt has broken. (third why)
\n4. Why? – The alternator belt was well beyond its useful service life and has never been replaced. (fourth why)
\n5. Why? – I have not been maintaining my car according to the recommended service schedule. (fifth why, a root cause)
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