GATE Problem Solving Techniques & Application Skills

Question 1

What is the first step in problem-solving?

Accepted Answer

Identifying and understanding the problem

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Finding a solution immediately

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Testing random solutions

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Ignoring the issue

Question 2

Which technique involves visualizing different paths to reach a solution?

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Mind Mapping

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Benchmarking

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Networking

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Procrastination

Question 3

What is the main purpose of brainstorming?

Accepted Answer

Generate multiple ideas quickly

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Eliminate all bad ideas immediately

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Focus only on one solution

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Avoid team collaboration

Question 4

Which method uses previous experience to solve new problems?

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Analogical reasoning

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Deductive reasoning

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Predictive analysis

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Random guessing

Question 5

What is a heuristic approach in problem-solving?

Accepted Answer

Using a simple, practical rule to solve a problem

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Trial-and-error

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Mathematical proof

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Ignoring the issue

Question 6

What does the Pareto principle state?

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80% of effects come from 20% of causes

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50% of causes lead to 50% of results

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20% of causes lead to 80% of delays

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Everything is evenly distributed

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of lateral thinking?

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Thinking outside the box

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Following standard procedures

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Analyzing past mistakes only

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Repeating previous steps

Question 8

What technique breaks a problem into smaller parts for easier handling?

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Decomposition

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Integration

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Complication

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Confusion

Question 9

What is root cause analysis?

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Identifying the primary reason for a problem

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Addressing symptoms only

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Creating new problems

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Guessing the issue