Working Backwards Entails __________

question 103

Multiple Choice

Working backwards entails __________.

• A)the careful documentation of a well-specified goal or end-state
• B)establishing a representation of the full problem space
• C)tracing the solution pathway in reverse order
• D)establishing subgoal states that allow recycling

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Definitions:

Functionalism

A psychological theory that emphasizes the role of mental processes in how people adapt to their environment.

Gestalt Psychology

A theory of mind and brain positing that the operational principle of the brain is holistic, parallel, and analog, with self-organizing tendencies.

Purpose of Consciousness

The reason or intention behind being aware of one's environment, thoughts, and feelings, possibly for effective interaction and adaptation.

William James

An American philosopher and psychologist, often referred to as the "Father of American psychology," known for his works on pragmatism and the psychology of religious experience.