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Heuristical and Heuristics Definitions

Heuristical

Of or pertaining to heuristics.

Heuristics

Of or relating to a usually speculative formulation serving as a guide in the investigation or solution of a problem
"The historian discovers the past by the judicious use of such a heuristic device as the 'ideal type'" (Karl J. Weintraub).

Heuristics

Of or constituting an educational method in which learning takes place through discoveries that result from investigations made by the student.

Heuristics

(Computers) Relating to or using a problem-solving technique in which the most appropriate solution of several found by alternative methods is selected at successive stages of a program for use in the next step of the program.

Heuristics

A heuristic method or process.
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Heuristics

Heuristics (used with a sing. verb) The study and application of heuristic methods and processes.

Heuristics

Plural of heuristic

Heuristics

The study of heuristic methods and principles.

Heuristics

Heuristic methods and approaches considered collectively.

Heuristics

Simple, efficient rules which people often use to form judgments and make decisions.
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Heuristics

Experience-based methods used to reduce the need for calculations pertaining to equipment size, performance, or operating conditions.

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