Module 1- Worksheet 1
Multiple Choice Questions
Q.No 1. What is the first step in the problem-solving process?
a) Implementing a solution
b) ldentifying the problem
c) Analyzing the solution
d) Evaluating alternatives
Answer: b) Ldemtiyng tthe puobln
Q.No 2. VWhich of the following is a key component of effective problem-solving?
a) Ignoring possible solutions
b) Jumping to conclusions
c) Open-mindedness
d) Avoiding collaboration
Answer: c) - minrei
Q.No3. What does the acronym SMART stand for in the context of setting goals during
problem-solving?
a) Simple, Manageable,Achievable, Relevant, Timely
b) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
c) Strategic, Meaningful, Attainable, Realistic, Timeless
d) Structured, Motivating,Actionable, Reflective, Tangible
Answer: b) Spciic, Maahurabe, Achueable, Releamt
dene- bo
Q.No 4. During the problem-solving process, what does brainstorming primarily involve?
a) Criticizing ideas
b) Generating ideas
c) Implementing solutions
d) Ignoring alternatives
Answer: b) GeneratMg idial
Q.No 5. Which of the following is a common barrier to effective problem-solving?
a) Collaboration
b) Lack of creativity
c) Open communication
d) Flexibility
Answer: b) Lack o tiuidy
Q.No 6. What is thepurpose of conducting aroot cause analysis in problem-solving?
a) Implementing quick fixes
b) Identifying the underlying issues
c) Ignoring the problem
d) Avoiding responsibility
Answer: b) Tdettyirg w d e i g ididuel
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,Q.No 7. In the problem-solving context, what does the term "SWOT" stand for?
a) Specific, Workable, Organized, Timely
b) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
c) Systematic, Wise,Organized, Thoughtful
d) Solving, Weighing, Organizing, Tracking
Answer: Strergthu, h a k m , OppOctuoriies, tthuath
(6)
Q.No 8. What is the significance of prototyping in problem-solving?
a) Ignoring feedback
b) Testing and refining solutions
c) Avoiding alternative solutions
d) Rushing into implementation
Answer: (b) Thiting ¢ calimim solirtiom&
Q.No 9. What role does critical thinking play in problem-solving?
a) Encouraging unquestioning acceptance
b) Discouraging analysis
c) Facilitating logical reasoning and evaluation
d) Avoiding complexity
Answer: c) Faciliottng cgialHaonig4euala
Q.No10. What is a common pitfall to avoid when solving problems in a group setting?
a) Encouraging collaboration
b) Groupthink
c) Embracing diversity of thought
d) Open communication
Answer: b) qOpttuk
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, Module 1- Worksheet 2
Fill in the blanks
Q.No.1. In top-down design, the problem is broken down into subproblems.
Answer: Smll
Q.No.2. The top-level module in top-down design represents the of the problem.
Answer:
abithactiom
Q.No.3. The process of breaking down acomplex problem into manageable parts in top-down
design is often referred to as
Answer: decomnostin
Q.No.4. Top-down design promotes by allowing different teams to work on
specific modules independently.
Answer:
moulatg
Q.No.5. The top-level module in top-down design is sometimes called the
module.
Answer: maim
Match the following
PART A PART B ANSWER
(1) Divide and Conquer (A) An algorithmic technique that involves trying out
different possibilities until a solution is found or all
possibilities have been exhausted.
(2) Greedy Algorithms (B) Astraightforward approach to problem-solving that
involves systematically trying all possible solutions
until the correct one found.
(3) Backtracking (C) Aproblem-solving technique that involves breaking
down a problem into smaller, more manageable
3- A
subproblems to solve them independently and then
combine the solutions.
(4)|Dynamic (D) A problem-solving strategy that makes locally
Programming optimal choices at each stage with the hope of 4-E
finding a global optimum
(5) Brute force (E) A method for solving complex problems by
breaking them down into simpler overlapping
subproblems, and solving each subproblem only
once, storing the solutions to avoid redundant
computations.
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Multiple Choice Questions
Q.No 1. What is the first step in the problem-solving process?
a) Implementing a solution
b) ldentifying the problem
c) Analyzing the solution
d) Evaluating alternatives
Answer: b) Ldemtiyng tthe puobln
Q.No 2. VWhich of the following is a key component of effective problem-solving?
a) Ignoring possible solutions
b) Jumping to conclusions
c) Open-mindedness
d) Avoiding collaboration
Answer: c) - minrei
Q.No3. What does the acronym SMART stand for in the context of setting goals during
problem-solving?
a) Simple, Manageable,Achievable, Relevant, Timely
b) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
c) Strategic, Meaningful, Attainable, Realistic, Timeless
d) Structured, Motivating,Actionable, Reflective, Tangible
Answer: b) Spciic, Maahurabe, Achueable, Releamt
dene- bo
Q.No 4. During the problem-solving process, what does brainstorming primarily involve?
a) Criticizing ideas
b) Generating ideas
c) Implementing solutions
d) Ignoring alternatives
Answer: b) GeneratMg idial
Q.No 5. Which of the following is a common barrier to effective problem-solving?
a) Collaboration
b) Lack of creativity
c) Open communication
d) Flexibility
Answer: b) Lack o tiuidy
Q.No 6. What is thepurpose of conducting aroot cause analysis in problem-solving?
a) Implementing quick fixes
b) Identifying the underlying issues
c) Ignoring the problem
d) Avoiding responsibility
Answer: b) Tdettyirg w d e i g ididuel
1
,Q.No 7. In the problem-solving context, what does the term "SWOT" stand for?
a) Specific, Workable, Organized, Timely
b) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
c) Systematic, Wise,Organized, Thoughtful
d) Solving, Weighing, Organizing, Tracking
Answer: Strergthu, h a k m , OppOctuoriies, tthuath
(6)
Q.No 8. What is the significance of prototyping in problem-solving?
a) Ignoring feedback
b) Testing and refining solutions
c) Avoiding alternative solutions
d) Rushing into implementation
Answer: (b) Thiting ¢ calimim solirtiom&
Q.No 9. What role does critical thinking play in problem-solving?
a) Encouraging unquestioning acceptance
b) Discouraging analysis
c) Facilitating logical reasoning and evaluation
d) Avoiding complexity
Answer: c) Faciliottng cgialHaonig4euala
Q.No10. What is a common pitfall to avoid when solving problems in a group setting?
a) Encouraging collaboration
b) Groupthink
c) Embracing diversity of thought
d) Open communication
Answer: b) qOpttuk
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, Module 1- Worksheet 2
Fill in the blanks
Q.No.1. In top-down design, the problem is broken down into subproblems.
Answer: Smll
Q.No.2. The top-level module in top-down design represents the of the problem.
Answer:
abithactiom
Q.No.3. The process of breaking down acomplex problem into manageable parts in top-down
design is often referred to as
Answer: decomnostin
Q.No.4. Top-down design promotes by allowing different teams to work on
specific modules independently.
Answer:
moulatg
Q.No.5. The top-level module in top-down design is sometimes called the
module.
Answer: maim
Match the following
PART A PART B ANSWER
(1) Divide and Conquer (A) An algorithmic technique that involves trying out
different possibilities until a solution is found or all
possibilities have been exhausted.
(2) Greedy Algorithms (B) Astraightforward approach to problem-solving that
involves systematically trying all possible solutions
until the correct one found.
(3) Backtracking (C) Aproblem-solving technique that involves breaking
down a problem into smaller, more manageable
3- A
subproblems to solve them independently and then
combine the solutions.
(4)|Dynamic (D) A problem-solving strategy that makes locally
Programming optimal choices at each stage with the hope of 4-E
finding a global optimum
(5) Brute force (E) A method for solving complex problems by
breaking them down into simpler overlapping
subproblems, and solving each subproblem only
once, storing the solutions to avoid redundant
computations.
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