The problem-solving strategy in which operations are used to reduce the distance between the problem solver's current state and the nearest possible subgoal or goal is called
A) means-end analysis.
B) mechanization.
C) generalization.
D) working backward.
E) None of the above

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Means-end analysis is a problem-solving strategy that involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts (subgoals) and then reducing the difference between the current state and the goal or subgoal by applying operations. This strategy is often used in cognitive psychology to describe how people tackle complex problems.

The Problem-Solving Strategy in Which Operations Are Used to Reduce