Which Problem-Solving Method Offers a Promising Way to Attack a Problem

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which problem-solving method offers a promising way to attack a problem and arrive at a solution, although it does not guarantee success?

• A) algorithms
• B) trial and error
• C) mental set
• D) heuristics

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Definitions:

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