First proposed by Richards in 1974, this procedure can be used to list the negative consequences of actions quickly and thoroughly. It is most useful after a variety of ideas have been proposed.

A) Synectics
B) Multi-attribute utility analysis
C) Reverse brainstorming
D) Hitchhiking

Reverse Brainstorming

A problem-solving technique that involves identifying all the ways a goal cannot be achieved in order to find solutions to overcome those barriers.

Multi-attribute Utility Analysis

A decision-making framework or tool that evaluates choices based on multiple criteria or attributes.

Synectics

A problem-solving methodology that encourages creative thinking, often by drawing analogies or by considering seemingly irrelevant elements.