Problem Solving

An _____________ is a set of instructions for solving a problem in the smallest number of steps.

• loop
• answer
• conditional
•  algorithm

This type of problem solving strategy involves breaking a large problem into smaller parts then solving the smaller parts of the problem.

• Asking question
•  Look for familiar
• Divide and conquer

Which problem solving strategy would help you when you and your brothers/sisters are cleaning your house?

• Divide and conquer
• Asking question
• Look for Familiar Things

What is the goal of the third problem solving step: List Possible Solutions?

• Define the problem
• Pick the best solution
• Brainstorm solutions that could work
• Create an algorithm

What is the main objective of the 6th problem solving step: Implement the Solution?

• Ask questions about the problem
•  List possible solutions
• Actually complete the plan to solve the problem
• Define the problem

Which problem solving strategy would be best for this scenario: YOU and A FRIEND are planning a LARGE graduation party with lots of DETAILS.

• Asking questions
• Divide and Conquer
• Look for familiar Things

What is the goal of the 4th problem solving step: Select the Best Solution?

• Ask questions about the problem
•  Pick the BEST solution
• Define the Problem
• List possible solutions that could work

When evaluating algorithms which of the following would be best for this algorithm for saving time making lunch. 

1. Make a salad, 2. Pour a drink, 3. Microwave frozen meal for 5 minutes.

• Optimizing Steps (Reordering)
• Eliminating Steps
• Calculating Steps

Which problem solving strategy would be best for this scenario: your friend's tells you ONE thing: my computer doesn't work.

•  Look for familiar Things
•  Divide and Conquer
• Asking questions

What is the main objective of the first step in the problem solving process: Define the problem?

•  Select the best solution
• Restate in detail the actual problem
• Predict if the problem will be successful
• Brainstorm possible solutions