CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

COGNITION AND EMOTIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the problem-solving term that is quickest way to solve a problem?
A
algorithm
B
heuristic
C
belief bias
D
mental set
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Heuristics, or “rules of thumb, ” are problem-solving methods that are based on practical experience and knowledge. They allow you to use a “quick fix” to solve a minor problem or to narrow down options. They’re also a great starting point for brainstorming or exploring new ideas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Heuristics are mental shortcuts for solving problems in a quick way that delivers a result that is sufficient enough to be useful given time constraints. Investors and financial professionals use a heuristic approach to speed up analysis and investment decisions.

Detailed explanation-3: -The use of common sense is also a heuristic method used for problem-solving. Example: When dealing with a faulty PC the system administrator sees smoke coming out of the PC. In this case, it is common sense that a hardware component is faulty.

Detailed explanation-4: -The three heuristics that received most attention were availability, representativeness, and anchoring and adjustment. The availability heuristic refers to the tendency to assess the probability of an event based on the ease with which instances of that event come to mind.

Detailed explanation-5: -Hence, it is clear that the heuristic method is also known as the troubleshooting method.

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