Question:
Goal: How do you fix a hole in the ceiling?

Which of the following methods is more reasonable for accomplishing this goal?

OPTIONS:
- Scrape off the ceiling texture 2 inches beyond the perimeter of the hole with a putty knife. Apply drywall compound around the hole with a butter knife. Use scissors to cut a piece of plastic mesh patching material to fit over the hole, sizing the patch to extend 1 inch beyond the hole.
- Scrape off the ceiling texture 2 inches beyond the perimeter of the hole with a putty knife. Apply drywall compound around the hole with a putty knife. Use scissors to cut a piece of plastic mesh patching material to fit over the hole, sizing the patch to extend 1 inch beyond the hole.
Answer:
Scrape off the ceiling texture 2 inches beyond the perimeter of the hole with a putty knife. Apply drywall compound around the hole with a putty knife. Use scissors to cut a piece of plastic mesh patching material to fit over the hole, sizing the patch to extend 1 inch beyond the hole.

Question:
Goal: How can I deal with my child when picking an option?

Which of the following methods is more reasonable for accomplishing this goal?

OPTIONS:
- Give them two choices you don't approve of and let them select, then they won't feel as powerless.
- Give them two choices you approve of and let them select, then they won't feel as powerless.
Answer:
Give them two choices you approve of and let them select, then they won't feel as powerless.

Question:
Goal: mail

Which of the following methods is more reasonable for accomplishing this goal?

OPTIONS:
- can be opened with a mallet
- can be opened with a paperclip
Answer:
can be opened with a paperclip