Problem Solving Approaches

<p>Experts and novices differ significantly in their problem-solving approaches. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Experts categorize problems based on their underlying principles, while novices categorize them based on their surface features. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It involves an obstacle between a current state and a goal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Problem solving involving restructuring. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They deploy structured methods and analogies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Having knowledge of one's own thought processes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By drawing parallels with similar situations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A clear solution is readily available. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metacognition (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reorganisation or restructuring of the problem representation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The radius of the circle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Involves a sudden realization of a solution, often referred to as an ‘Aha!’ experience (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moving 3 pins to make a triangle face downwards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Experience can either aid or hinder the problem-solving process (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Challenges that prevent effective resolution of problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It involves changing the representation of the problem to find a solution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It involves moving pins to alter the triangle's orientation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Different representations can lead to novel solutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Less than 25% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The condition at the beginning of the problem (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The desired condition at the end of the problem (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operators (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It established a mental set that hindered finding the shorter solution. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The transition from initial to goal states through operators (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Solution path (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prior experience with similar problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intermediate states (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It makes it harder to find innovative solutions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To move all rings to peg C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>You can only move one ring at a time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the distance between the initial and goal states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Larger rings can be placed on smaller ones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any configuration closer to the goal state. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All rings on peg A (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Means-end analysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They help bridge the gap between initial and goal states. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It violates the rules of the game. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of overcoming obstacles to reach a goal when a solution isn't immediately obvious.

A situation requiring a solution where the way forward isn't clear.

A problem-solving technique focusing on changing the way the problem is perceived.

A problem-solving method that involves exploring possible solutions through systematic searching.

Using parallels from similar situations to solve a problem.

Thinking about one's own thinking process while solving problems.

The different ways experts and novices approach problem-solving tasks.

How a problem is understood and depicted in the mind.

The process of restructuring a problem's representation to find solutions.

A sudden realization of a problem's solution, often described as an ‘Aha!’ moment.

The ability to see a problem in a new light, necessary for solutions.

To solve the circle problem, the solution is x = r.

An insight problem where three pins must be moved to change the triangle's orientation.

Factors from experience that can help or hinder finding a solution to a problem.

Insight problems may be qualitatively different from other problems.

Insight problems often require a unique approach to solve them effectively.

Experts spend more time understanding and framing the problem deeply.

Experts pay attention to essential problem features rather than superficial aspects.

Experts solve problems faster by spending less time on choosing strategies after clarifying the issue.

Experts efficiently search and represent problems using significant information.

Experts process and solve problems faster than novices due to better problem representation.

A problem-solving task that reveals mental set effects.

A tendency to solve problems using the same methods as previously used.

A more efficient way to solve a problem compared to established methods.

The condition at the beginning of a problem-solving process.

The desired condition at the end of a problem-solving process.

Conditions that exist in-between the initial and goal states during problem-solving.

Permissible moves that transition between states in problem-solving.

A modern approach to problem-solving focusing on how information is processed.

Researchers known for their work on problem-solving and cognitive processes.

The entire set of possibilities available to solve a problem.

A mathematical puzzle involving moving rings between pegs under specific rules.

A strategy to solve problems by reducing the differences between the current and goal states.

Intermediate objectives that help achieve the overall goal in problem-solving.

Specific guidelines governing the movement of rings in the Tower of Hanoi problem.

The action of relocating rings from one peg to another, adhering to specific rules.

The vertical posts in the Tower of Hanoi used to hold the rings.