________ Is Solving Problems by Producing the Best Possible Solution

question 89

Multiple Choice

________ is solving problems by producing the best possible solution.

• A) Satisficing
• B) Optimizing
• C) Minimizing
• D) Using intuition
• E) Rationalizing

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Definitions:

Experimental Research

A systematic and scientific approach to research in which the researcher manipulates one or more variables to observe the effect on some behavior or mental process.

Survey

A method of gathering information from a sample of individuals through questions to generalize findings to a larger population.

Experimentation

A method of scientific investigation involving the manipulation and controlled testing of variables to establish cause and effect relationships.

Correlational Research

A research method that examines the relationship between two or more variables to determine if a correlation exists.