Eng. Tech. II Unit 18 Problem Solving

When brainstorming, keep the problem in mind to avoid writing down irrelevant ideas.

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The divergent part of problem solving focuses on quantity of solutions.

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A possible "tool" for problem solving is outsourcing.

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The Scientific Method is an example of an Analytic Problem Solving Method

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Dr. Min Basadur developed the Simplex and the Simplex Creative Problem-Solving Profile processes.

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There is no single correct answer in analytic problem solving.

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"Why are we solving this problem?" is one question you should ask yourself for Creative Problem Solving.

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A method for verifying an answer is to ask someone with experience to review your results.

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Estimation provides answers to problems quickly and can verify.

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The goal of brainstorming is to stimulate your mind to trigger concepts or ideas that normal problem solving might miss.

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