How does reasoning help in solving problems? Is it a form of problem solving?
Reasoning is the process of gathering and analysing information to arrive at a conclusion.
Reasoning is a form of problem solving method. It is goal directed and involves inferences.
There are three ypes of reasoning:
(i) Inductive Reasoning: Reasoning is based on specific facts and observations. Through this reasoning people analysing other possible reasons. Scientific reasoning is inductive in nature.
(ii) Deductive Reasoning: The deductive reasoning begins with general solution and then draws specific solution.
(iii) Analogy: Analogy helps us in identifying and visualising the salient attributes of an object.
Identify obstacles that one may encounter in problem solving.
Are judgement and decision-making interrelated processes? Explain.
Explain the nature of thinking.
What is concept? Explain the role of concept in thinking process.