A Problem May Be Solved More Easily When Alternative Representations

question 52

Multiple Choice

A problem may be solved more easily when alternative representations are used. The best strategy is to formulate representations in an order that assists in understanding the physical principles involved. Of the orders given below, the one that will work best most often is

• A) pictorial representation, mathematical representation, tabular representation, mental representation.
• B) pictorial representation, mental representation, mathematical representation, tabular representation.
• C) mathematical representation, pictorial representation, tabular representation, mental representation.
• D) mathematical representation, tabular representation, mental representation, pictorial representation.
• E) mental representation, pictorial representation, tabular representation, mathematical representation.

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Definitions:

Adequate Consideration

Sufficient value or compensation exchanged between parties in a contract, making the agreement legally binding.

Detriment

A state of being harmed or damaged, often used in legal contexts to describe loss or injury.

Adequacy of Consideration

Refers to a legal assessment of whether the consideration (value) given in exchange for a promise or for performance in a contract is fair and reasonable.

Unilateral Contract

A contract where only one party makes a promise or undertakes a performance without requiring a reciprocal agreement from the other party.