Strategies for Problem Solving

The video discusses strategies for finding inspiration and solving problems creatively. It emphasizes the benefits of taking breaks, such as walking, to clear the mind and generate new ideas. The speaker also highlights the importance of persistence and trying different approaches when inspiration is lacking. Engaging in other activities like sports or video games can help refresh the mind and lead to better solutions.

What is the speaker's immediate reaction when faced with a problem?

• To start working immediately

• To take a walk

• To consult a friend

• To watch a movie

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

According to the speaker, what can stepping away from a problem lead to?

• Increased stress

• Loss of focus

• Better ideas and inspiration

• More confusion

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the speaker say about the nature of inspiration?

• It is unnecessary for creativity

• It can be unpredictable

• It is always present

• It is a waste of time

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the speaker suggest doing when inspiration doesn't come?

• Ask someone else to do it

• Wait for inspiration to strike

• Start working on the task anyway

• Give up on the task

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How can writing down ideas or equations help, according to the speaker?

• It confuses the problem

• It wastes time

• It helps in sparking creativity

• It makes the task more difficult

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What does the speaker recommend doing to refresh the mind?

• Taking a nap

• Eating a snack

• Engaging in different activities

• Listening to music

Which activities does the speaker suggest for taking a break?

• Reading a book

• Physical sports or video games

• Cooking a meal

• Cleaning the house

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the benefit of returning to a problem after a break?

• Loss of interest

• Increased frustration

• A new perspective

• More confusion

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1