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2 | 32% | 5 | Method for solving equivalent of 27 + 25 or 8 + 21 | |
3 | 31% | 13 | Conundrum-solving method | |
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We think the answer is "HEURISTIC" which means:
- adjective
- • Of or relating to or using a general formulation that serves to guide investigation noun
- • A commonsense rule (or set of rules) intended to increase the probability of solving some problem
An example sentence would be:
- • "The scientist used a heuristic to guide his research and make educated guesses."
- • "The detective relied on his experience and intuition to solve the case, using a heuristic approach."
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