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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Behavior Over Time Graph |  Agile Specification by Example |  Systems Thinking Causal Loop Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | A Behavior Over Time Graph shows how a metric or observation develops over time. The method makes trends, breaks, and recurring patterns visible that get lost in snapshots. | When business rules need to become precise, it ties language, example, and test together. It sorts work by value, risk, and delivery ability. The result is captured as an Example Table and Acceptance Tests. | A Causal Loop Diagram makes feedback, reinforcement, and balance in a system legible. It uncovers side effects and self-reinforcement that stay hidden in linear explanations. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 20-45 min | 60-90 min pro Feature | 1-3 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-10 | 3-6 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Behavior Over Time Graph, Trend Hypotheses, Key Events | Example Table, Acceptance Tests | Causal Loop Diagram, Feedback Notes, Leverage Points |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingPatternsDynamics | AgileRequirementsExamplesBehavior-Driven Development | FeedbackSystems thinkingCausalityDynamics |
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