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Integrating Solutions

After breaking down a problem into smaller sub-problems and designing instructions for each, the
next step is to integrate the solutions to solve the main problem. This means bringing all the parts
together to complete the task.

Example Case Scenario: Organising a Party
Sub-Problems:

1. Make a list of guests and send out invitations.

2. Order the food.

3. Decorate the venue.
4. Arrange entertainment.

To integrate the solutions, combine each sub-problems in the correct order and make sure everything
is ready before the party starts.

Reasoning and Conclusion Drawing

When solving problems, you can often use data and facts to help you make conclusions or guesses.
This is important when you do not have all the information, but you need to come to a logical conclusion
based on what you already know.

Using Data and Facts to Draw Conclusions

By using available facts, you can reason about a conclusion. This helps in solving problems where you
need to make informed decisions.
Example: Guessing the Identity of a Classmate

Imagine you are trying to guess your classmate based on a few clues.

Clues: He has brown hair, wears glasses, and loves soccer.

Conclusion: Based on these facts, you might conclude that the classmate is Junaid, because he is
the only person in your class who fits these features.
In this case, using facts (hair colour, glasses, interest in soccer), you can make a reasonable guess
about the identity of your classmate.

Double Tap Century #Critical Thinking
21 st
Skills
Answer the following questions:
1. What is the purpose of deconstructing a problem into sub-problems?

3. How can using clues help in drawing conclusions?

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