Derek learns that his apartment building has been sold and that he needs to move by the end of the month. He develops the following plan of action: (1) look for a new apartment; (2) arrange for utilities; (3) contact a moving company and schedule the move; (4) start collecting empty boxes; (5) pack nonessential items first; and other preparations. What kind of problem-solving strategy is Derek using to solve the problem of moving before the end of the month?
A)the heuristic of identifying subgoals
B)trial-and-error planning
C)an algorithm
D)functional fixedness

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Derek is using the heuristic of identifying subgoals, breaking down the larger problem of moving into smaller, manageable steps. This can be an effective problem-solving strategy as it helps to avoid feeling overwhelmed and allows for a more organized approach to resolving the problem.

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