You Attempt Possible Solutions to a Problem,then Discard the Ones

question 169

Multiple Choice

You attempt possible solutions to a problem,then discard the ones that don't work until you find one that does.What is this method of problem solving called

• A) working backward 
• B) algorithmic 
• C) trial and error 
• D) heuristic

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural response to an unconditioned stimulus that requires no learning.

Pavlov

A Russian physiologist best known for his work in classical conditioning, particularly with the conditioned response of salivation in dogs.

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction to a previously neutral stimulus due to repeated association with an unconditioned stimulus.

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus that occurs without prior conditioning.