Which of the following most likely makes use of heuristics?
A)A chemical equation for the synthesis of sulfuric acid
B)A recipe for making cookies on the back of a box of cornflakes
C)An article by a Nobel Prize winner titled "How to Succeed in Science"
D)A computer program for keeping track of inventory at a department store

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Heuristics are strategies or approaches that simplify decision making by using practical methods not guaranteed to be perfect or rational but sufficient for immediate goals. An article titled "How to Succeed in Science" by a Nobel Prize winner is likely to offer heuristic advice or strategies based on experience, rather than strict formulas or algorithms, making it the best fit among the options.

Which of the Following Most Likely Makes Use of Heuristics