Partners will guide candidates to the central issues. Kevin does the same by encouraging Michael to think about how the size differences between the markets.
This scene demonstrates the manner in which interviewers communicate. While they may not use words like brainstorm, the candidate must recognize the request.
Candidates mistakenly assume they have failed the case when an interviewer offers an answer. This scene demonstrates the signal candidates are receiving when this occurs.
In this scene candidates learn a valuable lesson when using external, to the case, data/metaphors to make a point. It can lead to confusion and a loss of focus.