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Task · part of 6. Invent something: users first, then the design, and start the notebook

6(c). Show the idea and model to your counselor AND to potential users

Required Often forgotten

Both audiences, and their feedback recorded in your notebook. These are the design and building plans that requirement 7's approval is based on.

Notes and warnings

Note. THE SAME PEOPLE ARE NEEDED TWICE. Potential users are consulted at 6(a) before anything exists, and shown the idea and the model here. Choosing a problem that belongs to your patrol, your family or your chartered organisation gives you people you can actually get hold of on both occasions.

Where this step comes from

  1. Inventing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 6(c)