When Solving Problems Containing Numerical Information

question 230

Multiple Choice

When solving problems containing numerical information,

• A) it is safe to assume that all of the information will be needed to solve the problem.
• B) it is a good idea to start by trying to figure out how to use the numerical information.
• C) you should start by figuring out which information is relevant to the problem.
• D) insight will typically produce the fastest, most accurate solution to the problem.

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Definitions:

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