General problem-solving strategies that often involve short-cuts and may or may not generate the correct answer are called
A)propositions
B)heuristics
C)algorithms
D)mental sets

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Heuristics are strategies or techniques that guide problem-solving but do not guarantee an optimal solution. They are often used for making quick decisions or solving complex problems where an exhaustive search is impractical.

General Problem-Solving Strategies That Often Involve Short-Cuts and May or May