A critical analysis of a preferred alternative to ascertain its strengths and weaknesses before it is implemented, with the purpose of identifying all the reasons that might make the preferred alternative unacceptable, is a ________.
A) dialectical inquiry
B) devil's advocacy
C) groupthink
D) delphi technique

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Devil's advocacy is a critical analysis of a preferred alternative to ascertain its strengths and weaknesses before it is implemented. The purpose is to identify all the reasons that might make the preferred alternative unacceptable. In this way, decision makers can be made aware of the possible perils of recommended courses of action.

A Critical Analysis of a Preferred Alternative to Ascertain Its