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problem solving

0 antonyms and opposites of problem solving, grouped by meaning.

Noun — The process of working out how to deal with a difficulty: understanding what is wrong, thinking through the options and putting a workable solution into practice.

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Neutral, though very common in CVs, job adverts and education. Hyphenate before a noun (problem-solving skills), leave open as a noun (good at problem solving).

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What is the difference between problem solving and decision making?

Problem solving is the whole process of diagnosing an issue and generating possible fixes. Decision making is the narrower step of choosing between the options once you have them. You often make several decisions inside a single problem-solving effort.

What are the main steps in problem solving?

Most models come down to five: define the problem clearly, gather relevant information, generate possible solutions, choose and implement one, then check whether it actually worked. The last step is the one most often skipped.

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