Review case Study IV, "Financial Crisis in the United States." Assume this case study was written in 2011 for generalists seeking to learn more about the US financial crisis that began in 2008.

What was the primary thesis or argument of the paper?

How does the author establish credibility in making this argument?

Which schools does the author suggest provide the most useful insights in explaining what caused the financial crisis of 2008? Which of the five techniques does the author rely on the most to make the argument?

To which of the seven challenges discussed in CTSI, Chapter 16 is the author most susceptible?

How does this study make you think differently about how you will present your final analysis? What challenges do you have or changes do you think you might need to make to effectively convey your message to your consumer?

Discuss with your peers.