Problem Solving and Searching IT Elect 104 (Chapter 3) Some text and images in these slides were drawn from Russel & Norvig’s published material Problem Solving Agent Function Problem Solving Agent * Agent finds an action sequence to achieve a goal * Requires problem formulation * Determine goal * Formulate problem based on goal * Searches for an action sequence that solves the problem * Actions are then carried out‚ ignoring percepts during that period
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Verbal and problem solving There are two steps to solving math word problems: 1. Translate the wording into a numeric equation that combines smaller "expressions" 2. Solve the equation! Suggestions: * Read the problem entirely Get a feel for the whole problem * List information and the variables you identify Attach units of measure to the variables (gallons‚ miles‚ inches‚ etc.) * Define what answer you need‚ as well as its units of measure * Work in an organized manner Working
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this problem solving? Problem Solving is a tool‚ a skill and a process. It is a tool because it can help to solve an immediate problem or to achieve a goal. It is a skill because you can use it repeatedly‚ like the ability to ride a bicycle‚ add numbers or speak a language. It is also a process because it involves taking a number of steps. Problem solving is a mental process that involves discovering‚ analyzing and solving problem. Reed (2000) posits that the ultimate goal of problem solving
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WHY PROBLEM SOLVING? • Problem solving is the most basic of mathematical skills- the reason for studying mathematics • Problem solving is an integral part of the larger area of critical thinking‚ which is universally accepted goal for all education • Problem solving shows an interaction between mathematical ideas • In the classroom can lessen the gap between real world problem and the classroom worlds and thus set more positive mood in the classroom. WHAT IS PROBLEM? The
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Systematic Problem Solving/Problem Finding Strategies to Improve Customer Satisfaction and Efficiency Problem-solving is a psychological process that involves discovering‚ analysing and solving problems. The eventual goal of problem-solving is to overcome hurdles and find a solution that resolves the issue. Problem solving strategies are common in place of business. That’s why entrepreneurs are called problem solvers. When they solve a problem a new value is created and it also enhances customer
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Community Problem Solving In today’s society Community Policing and problem solving is what is needed to keep criminal activity under control. Due to ineffective policing methods crime has continued to be on a rise. Police organizations have learned over the years that getting the community involved in fighting crimes‚ makes the members of the community feel much safer and gives them some sense of pride in regards to the community they live in. This paper will discuss how much of an
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6.5 Step 1: Pick a friend or family member to be the character of your word problem. This friend or family member may do one of the following: * Drive a boat * Drive a jet ski Step 2: Select a current speed of the water in mph. Step 3: Select the number of hours (be reasonable please) that your friend or family member drove the boat or jets ski against the current speed you chose in step 2. Step 4: Select the number of hours that your friend or family member made the same trip
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PROBLEM SOLVING QUESTIONS (4 points per question) 1. Below are the 2007 and 2008 year-end balance sheets for Tran Enterprises: Assets: 2008 2007 Cash $ 200‚000 $ 170‚000 Accounts receivable 864‚000 700‚000 Inventories 2‚000‚000 1‚400‚000 Total current assets $3‚064‚000 $2‚270‚000 Net fixed assets 6‚000‚000 5‚600‚000 Total assets $9‚064‚000 $7‚870‚000 Liabilities and equity: Accounts payable $1‚400‚000 $1‚090‚000 Notes payable 1‚600‚000 1‚800‚000 Total current liabilities
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1. Define the problem This is often where people struggle. They react to what they think the problem is. Instead‚ seek to understand more about why you think there’s a problem. Define the problem: (with input from yourself and others). Ask yourself and others‚ the following questions: 1. What can you see that causes you to think there’s a problem? 2. Where is it happening? 3. How is it happening? 4. When is it happening? 5. With whom is it happening? (HINT: Don’t jump to "Who is causing the
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Essay topic: Compare and contrast the generate-and-test‚ the means-end analysis‚ and the reasoning-by-analogy approaches to problem solving. Give examples of each and apply at least one to current research. How does one go about solving problems? There are many different methods but three in particular that are of interest to psychologists in the field of cognition. These three approaches are the generate and test approach‚ the means-end analysis approach and the reasoning-by-analogy approach
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