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Model the sub-problems: Identify a series of analytical, math-based steps required to quantifiably describe
your situation. Assumption(s) should be built into the model. How will this information be used to identify
possible solutions? Have you changed any assumptions to explore what if scenarios?

Integrate solutions: Put together the solutions from the sub-problems to solve the large problem.

Test and validate: Does your solution make sense? What is another way to validate the solution that uses
a different method than the one you used to solve the problem?

Generalization: A solution is much more valuable if it solves more than one unique problem See if you
can think of a group of problems that your solution may apply to.

Communication: A poorly communicated solution may be ignored; communicate your solution in a way
that makes it irresistible to your audience.

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