Problem solving is often described in terms of the situation at the beginning of the problem, or _______, and the desired outcome of the problem, or _______.
A) algorithm; end game
B) initial state; goal state
C) heuristics; goal state
D) operators; initial state

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The terms used to describe problem solving are usually initial state (the situation at the beginning of the problem) and goal state (the desired outcome of the problem). Option A is incorrect as an algorithm is a predetermined set of steps for solving a particular problem. Option C is incorrect because heuristics are general problem-solving strategies that may or may not lead to the desired outcome. Option D is incorrect because operators are actions that change the state of a problem during the problem-solving process.

Problem Solving Is Often Described in Terms of the Situation