Types of Problem

Which of the following is a feature of a well-defined problem?

• The goal is unclear

• There are multiple conflicting viewpoints

• The solution path is known and specific

• It keeps changing over time

Planning a vacation with missing details is an example of:

• Well-defined problem

• Ill-defined problem

• Wicked problem

• Routine problem

A problem that involves multiple stakeholders with competing interests is called:

• Well-defined problem

• Ill-defined problem

• Wicked problem

• Simple problem

Which of the following is an example of a well-defined problem?

• Deciding how to reduce global poverty

• Solving a system of linear equations

• Planning disaster relief in multiple regions

• Designing a new government policy

What makes a problem wicked?

• It has one correct solution

• It can be solved using algorithms

• It lacks a stopping rule and evolves over time

• It follows a step-by-step procedure

Unclear problem goals and missing information are characteristics of:

• Well-defined problems

• Ill-defined problems

• Wicked problems

• Simple problems

Solutions that affect other parts of society are typical of:

• Well-defined problems

• Ill-defined problems

• Wicked problems

• Closed problems

A problem that can be solved by applying known formulas is:

• Well-defined problem

• Ill-defined problem

• Wicked problem

• Open problem

A problem with multiple valid solutions but no universally accepted answer is:

• Well-defined

• Ill-defined

• Wicked

• Structured

Which of the following is an example of a wicked problem?

• Balancing a chemical equation

• Planning a birthday party

• Addressing climate change

• Solving a math puzzle