The set of possible pathways to a solution considered by the problem solver is known as
A) an algorithm.
B) a heuristic.
C) a mental set.
D) the problem space.

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The set of possible pathways to a solution is known as the problem space. A is incorrect because an algorithm is a specific step-by-step procedure for solving a problem. B is incorrect because a heuristic is a general problem-solving strategy. C is incorrect because a mental set is a tendency to approach a problem in a particular way, often limiting possible solutions.

The Set of Possible Pathways to a Solution Considered by the Problem