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1. WHAT IS PROBLEM SOLVING?

In Mathematics, the term problem solving refers to a mathematical task that have the potential to
provide intellectual challenges for enhancing students mathematical understanding and development.

For me problem solving in life is at the core of human evolution. It is the methods we use to understand
what is happening in our environment, identify things we want to change and then figure out the things
that need to be done to create the desired outcome. Problem solving is the source of all new inventions,
social and cultural evolution, and the basis for market-based economies. It is the basis for continuous
improvement, communication and learning.

Problem-solving is the process of observing what is going on in your environment; identifying things that
could be changed or improved; diagnosing why the current state is the way it is and the factors and
forces that influence it; developing approaches and alternatives to influence change; making decisions
about which alternative to select; taking action to implement the changes; and observing impact of
those actions in the environment.

Each step in the problem-solving process employs skills and methods that contribute to the overall
effectiveness of influencing change and determine the level of problem complexity that can be
addressed. Humans learn how to solve simple problems from a very early age (learning to eat, make
coordinated movements and communicate) – and as a person goes through life problem-solving skills
are refined, matured and become more sophisticated (enabling them to solve more difficult problems).

Problem-solving is important both to individuals and organizations because it enables us to exert control
over our environment.

2. GIVE FIVE PROBLEM SOLVING STRATEGIES IN YOUR OWN?

In life the best way to find the right solution to your problem is to ask the right questions of yourself and
others involved in the decision-making process. Asking good questions as you go through this process
will help you define your problem well, brainstorm solutions and scenarios, and ultimately find the one
that leads to growth and profit. The following five problem solving strategies will help us get started on
our problem-solving journey.

1) Identify the Opportunity of the Problem

If you faced with a problem that you don’t have an immediate solution to, take a step back and figure
out if there are any opportunities lurking within. Poor problem solving rarely has anything to do with
whether you have enough information; it has everything to do with how you analyze what information is
available. When approaching a problem, you might think that you need to come up with dozens of ideas
before finding one that works. However, the opposite is true: you can start by looking at all your options
and then whittle them down using smart questions until you’re left with only the best solution.

2) Ask Good Questions


Asking good questions is what defines a problem well and leads to a clear vision of issues involved.
When that occurs, it’s easier to run through multiple scenarios to their conclusion and find solutions that
lead to growth. It’s helpful to identify whether your question strategy includes a broad or narrow
approach, so you can identify any key pieces of data left out of your analysis. Then, ask others within the
organization to give you their input about the problem. Ask open ended questions to ensure you are
getting unbiased answers. For example: What do you think the problem is? What concerns you most
about ___? How would you overcome ___? By approaching these complex situations with specific
details and methodological plans in mind, problems can be defined quickly and thoroughly—which leads
to better answers, more opportunities, and solutions that work.

3) Consider All Options

After you identify the problem, list out at least five possible solutions. You don’t need to consider every
option, but having a set of realistic possibilities will help you evaluate each one with an open mind.
Asking yourself questions along these lines is also helpful: If I use this solution what would be the
possible outcomes? Are those outcomes a temporary fix to the problem or are they a long-term
solution? Once you’ve answered these questions make sure you have taken into account all of your
personal preferences. Then pick your top three best solutions and explore them further by doing some
additional research, to include the ideas of others within the organization. Even if someone doesn't have
a clear understanding of your industry or the problem itself, they can often leverage their personal
experience to provide some additional insights that might help you come to a better conclusion.

4) Think Laterally

Problems can often be solved by thinking differently. In fact, one of Albert Einstein’s famous quotes is,
“The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society
that honors the servant and has forgotten about the gift”. Question assumptions—that goes well
beyond asking why? or how? could end up helping you solve problems with distribution channels that
you didn't even realize existed today. Questioning your answers to each problem is also important:
Where did you get those numbers? Are they really, correct? Asking good questions while using an
indirect and creative approach via reasoning, that is not immediately, obvious can lead to better
problem-solving results.

5) Implement and Evaluate the Solution

Now we are ready to create a plan of action. Decide when and how you will move forward with our
decision by outlining the steps we’ll need to take. It will be important that you have the appropriate
measures in place to record the results of your solution. This will make it a lot easier to evaluate down
the road. Evaluate and assess the results of your solution. Are you satisfied with the results? Did your
solution resolve the problem? Did it produce a new problem? Do you have to modify your solution to
achieve better results? Are you closer to achieving your goal? What have you learned?

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