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Chapter 4: Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
problem solving
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Geography
9th Grade
01/30/2013

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Options
Definition
All the possible ways of doing something or solving a problem
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Brainstorming
Definition
A process in which people suggest all the possible solutions to a problem that they can think of
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Implement
Definition
To put a solution into effect
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Petition
Definition
A document signed by people asking the government to take some action
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Criteria
Definition
Standards for judging or evaluating something
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Effectiveness
Definition
A solution is effective if it solves the problem at minimal cost or causes the desired effect without too many additional costs
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Geographic Questions
Definition
Any question that involves geography
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Encyclopedia
Definition
A reference book offering comprehensive information on a variety of topics.  Entries are usually arranged in alphabetical order
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Almanac
Definition
An annual publication that contains up-to-date information on a wide range of topics
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Trade Book
Definition
A book written for a general audience focusing on a particular topic, such as climate change or global trading patterns. 
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Gazetteer
Definition
A geographical dictionary, or index, of political and physical features of the Earthwith their descriptions and related statistical information
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Atlas
Definition
A book of maps that show the geographic features and political boundaries of places
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Periodical
Definition
Any newspaper, magazine, or journal that is published at periodic intervals
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Wikipedia
Definition
An Internet encyclopedia with entries created by users
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Source
Definition
Anything providing information.  There are primary and secondary sources
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Chronological
Definition
When events are listed in the order in which they occurred
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Outline
Definition
A brief plan in which each topic or major idea is divided into smaller units
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Thesis Statement
Definition
A short statement summarizing the main argument made in a research project or term paper
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Bibliography
Definition
A list of books, arcticles and other works used in a research project or term paper
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