Which of the following statements is true of the miracle question?

A) ​It involves asking clients to estimate the degree to which they feel hopeful about solving their problems.
B) ​It helps a practitioner determine a client's priorities and operationalize the areas for change.
C) ​It involves asking clients to estimate the severity of their problems.
D) ​It helps a practitioner determine whether a client has a problem or is faking it.

The miracle question is a technique used in solution-focused brief therapy that helps a practitioner determine a client's priorities and operationalize the areas for change. It involves asking clients to envision a future in which their problem is solved and to describe what their life would be like in that future state. This helps the client and the practitioner identify the steps that need to be taken to achieve the desired outcome. Option A is incorrect because the miracle question is not about estimating hopefulness but rather visualizing a solution. Option C is incorrect because the miracle question is not about estimating the severity of the problem. Option D is incorrect because the miracle question is not a tool for determining whether a client is faking their problem or not.