Heuristic (disambiguation)

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A heuristic is a kind of method for solving a problem.

Heuristic may also refer to:

• Heuristic (computer science), a problem-solving technique that produces approximately correct solutions
• Heuristic (engineering), an experience-based method reducing use of calculations
• Heuristic (psychology), a mental shortcut used to make decisions efficiently
• Heuristic argument, a non-rigorous argument that relies on an analogy or intuition

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• All pages with titles containing heuristic

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