The 5 Whys is a framework for identifying root causes of problems. ## Process Ask "why" five times in succession, each time probing deeper into the root cause of an issue. ## Usage Used for diagnosing problems and identifying underlying causes, such as declining user retention rates. ## Related Notes - [[Frameworks Map]] ## Examples and Applications - **Problem Solving**: Use when investigating root causes - **Process Improvement**: Identify systemic issues - See also: [[Problem Solving]], [[Decision Making]], [[MECE]]