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heuristic method Decision making A form of problem-solving based, not on scientific proof but rather on plausible, possible, or creative conclusions to questions that cannot be answered in the context of, or the 'logic' of which
lies outside of, a currently accepted scientific paradigm; the heuristic process is of use as it may stimulate further research. See Medical mistake, Representative heurisic. Cf Aunt Millie approach, Stochastic method. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The heuristic method -- brainstorming, expert analysis, polling, focus group procedure, etc. The heuristic method means that literary theory is something that must be applied, not passively learned about. Wester, "A Heuristic Method of Assembly Line Balancing," Journal of Industrial Engineering, Fourth Quarter, 1961. |
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