01
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When does a situation count as a problem?
Back
A problem exists when someone has a goal but cannot see an obvious way to reach it.
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02
Front
What makes a problem well-defined?
Back
A well-defined problem has a relatively explicit starting point, goal, and permitted actions.
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What characterizes an ill-defined problem?
Back
An ill-defined problem has an uncertain goal or uncertain acceptable methods.
04
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What is a problem representation?
Back
A problem representation is the solver’s mental description of the problem and what could count as a solution.
05
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What does the initial state specify?
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The initial state is what is true at the start of the problem.
06
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What does the goal state specify?
Back
The goal state specifies what would count as success.
07
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What are operators in a problem representation?
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Operators are the actions or transformations available for moving between states.
08
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What role do constraints play in a problem?
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Constraints are limits on which actions or outcomes are allowed.
09
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What is a problem space?
Back
A problem space is the set of possible states and paths a solver can consider.
10
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What qualifies as a solution to a represented problem?
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A solution is a path from the initial state to an acceptable goal state that respects the relevant constraints.
11
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Where can a perceived problem constraint come from?
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A constraint may be externally imposed, like a fixed deadline, or assumed by the solver, like believing study must happen in one long block.
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How can reframing “not enough time” change a response to falling behind?
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Reframing falling behind as unclear priorities rather than lack of time can suggest prioritizing material instead of only cutting activities or rescheduling.
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