Question

Which of the following problems discussed in the Week 13 problem-solving lectures (11/28 & 11/30) provides an example of the idea that the way people represent a problem is sometimes incorrect and, as a result, that they fail to reach the correct solution for the problem?

A. the Missionaries and Cannibals puzzle
B. the Water Lilies problem
C. the Book Worm problem
D. the Two Strings problem
Both C and D
All of the above (A, B, C, and D)

Answer 1

The Two Strings problem is an example of incorrect problem representation leading to failure in reaching the correct solution, as it tricks individuals into trying to solve it without considering the creative use of tools provided.

The correct option D

Step-by-step explanation:

The problem from the Week 13 problem-solving lectures that provides an example of the idea that the way people represent a problem is sometimes incorrect, leading them to fail to reach the correct solution, is D. the Two Strings problem. This problem typically involves two strings hanging from the ceiling and various tools provided; the challenge is to tie the two strings together, even though they are too far apart for a person holding one to reach the other. The incorrect representation of the problem often leads to failed attempts to solve it directly, without considering the use of the tools provided in creative ways.