1. PROBLEM SOLVING

2. The Problem-Solving Process

3. 1. State the Problem Clearly Identifies the problem Avoids wasting time and money

4. 2. Collect Information Sources depend on the nature of the problem

5. 3. Develop Possible Solutions a. Trial and Error

6. b. Brainstorming Think of as many possible solutions as you can. All solutions are discussed. Select those with greatest promise.

7. Thinking Skills Critical-thinking skills Creative-thinking skills Decision-making skills

8. 4. Select the Best Solution Evaluate all possible solutions Recognize which factors are most important.

9. 5. Implement the Solution Simulation: imitate as closely as possible the real-life circumstances for which the solution is designed.

10. 6. Evaluate the Solution Use information obtained during implementation Work out the “bugs”

11. The Scientific Method

12. 1. Make an Observation

13. 2. Collect Information

14. 3. Form a Hypothesis An explanation that can be tested.

15. 4. Perform an Experiment to Test the Hypothesis

16. 5. Analyze the Results

17. 6. Repeat the Process to Make Sure the Results are Consistent

18. Turning Problem Solving into Profit

19. Entrepreneur: a person who starts a business

20. Free enterprise: individuals or businesses may buy, sell, and set prices for goods and services

21. Capitalism: all or most businesses are privately owned and operated for profit

22. ASSIGNMENT 1.Understanding Concepts 2 & 4, p.43 2.Thinking Critically 3 & 4, p. 43 3.Read & summarize the following: a)Education and Training; b)Salary and Job Outlook; and c)all the questions for the Career File-Consumer Safety Inspector on page 42.