Archimedes Was Asked by the King to Determine Whether the Goldsmith

question 293

Multiple Choice

Archimedes was asked by the king to determine whether the goldsmith in making his crown had cheated the king by substituting cheaper metals.To solve this problem, Archimedes began by asking himself, "How can I tell what metals have been used in the crown without damaging it?" At this point, Archimedes is in which stage of creative thought?

• A) verification
• B) preparation
• C) orientation
• D) incubation

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Definitions:

Indirect Actions

Indirect Actions refer to strategies or measures taken to achieve a goal or influence outcomes through means that are not straightforward or direct.

Visible Actions

Behaviors and activities that are observable by others, often used to demonstrate commitment or achievements.

Insulting Remarks

Insulting remarks are disrespectful or derogatory comments directed towards someone, intending to offend or belittle them.

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.