Talia is looking for her cat by methodically searching each room and then closing the door. She is using what type of problem solving strategy?

A) an algorithm
B) a heuristic
C) a means-end strategy
D) a hunch

Algorithm

A set of rules or procedures for solving a problem in a finite number of steps, often used in computer programming and mathematics.

Heuristic

An educated guess based on prior experiences that helps narrow down the possible solutions for a problem. Also known as a “rule of thumb.”

Means-End Strategy

A problem-solving technique that involves identifying the end goal and then finding the means or steps to reach that goal.