Using an analogous solution helps in problem solving only when the problem:
A) is very specific and well defined
B) cannot be restructured in a useful way
C) is recognized to be similar to an earlier one
D) is difficult to solve by working backward from an end state

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Analogous solutions involve recognizing similarities between a current problem and a past problem, and using the solution from the past problem to help solve the current one. Therefore, only when the problem is recognized as similar to an earlier one can using an analogous solution be helpful.

Using an Analogous Solution Helps in Problem Solving Only When