Question

Identify obstacles that one may encounter in problem solving.

Answer 1

Problem solving is thinking directed towards the solution of a specific problem.

Problem solving involves following mental operations which are as follows: 

a) Identify the problem

b) Represent the problem

c) Plan the solution : set sub- goals 

d) Evalute all solutions

e) Select one solution and execute it 

f) Evaluate the outcome 

g) Rethink and redefine problems and solutions

There are two major obstacles to solving a problem. These are mental set, and lock of motivation. Mental set is a tendency of a person to solve problems by following already tried mental operations or steps.

Lack of motivation is another obstacles to solving problems. Due to lack of motivation people give up easily when they encounter a problem or failure in implementing the: first step: Therfore, there is a need to perist in their effort to find a solution.

 

 

 

Problem solving is thinking directed towards the solution of a specific problem.