<ul><li>An RCA-type question typically places you in the role of a PM at a company, where you’re presented with a specific situation.</li><li>While finding the root cause is important, the evaluation focuses more on how you approach the problem.</li><li>Structured Thinking, Communication, Time Management & Process Over Outcome are key evaluation criteria.</li><li>Breaking down metrics is an essential part of RCA.</li><li>When solving an RCA, professionals typically explore three key factor categories.</li><li>A common pitfall for many candidates is approaching RCA with a predefined list of questions.</li><li>Root Cause Analysis is a powerful tool for problem-solving in product management.</li><li>In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more mock interviews, detailed tech and product breakdowns, and practical tips to sharpen your product management skills.</li><li>Whether you’re preparing for an interview or tackling real-world challenges, there’s plenty more to come!</li><li>If you found this helpful, hit that clap button, share it with your network, and follow me for more actionable content.</li></ul>

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