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open-ended problem

[/ˈoʊpən ˈɛndɪd ˈprɑbləm/]
nounpl: open-ended problems
problema aberto
1. A problem that does not have a single correct answer or solution method; a problem with multiple possible solutions or approaches
The math teacher assigned an open-ended problem that allowed students to solve it using different methods.
A professora de matemática atribuiu um problema aberto que permitia aos alunos resolvê-lo usando diferentes métodos.
2. In education and research, a question or task designed to encourage exploration, critical thinking, and creative reasoning rather than simple recall
Open-ended problems help develop problem-solving skills in students.
Os problemas abertos ajudam a desenvolver habilidades de resolução de problemas nos alunos.
Synonyms
ill-defined problemunstructured problemdivergent problemmultisolution problem
Antonyms
closed-ended problemwell-defined problemconvergent problemsingle-solution problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema aberto
Most commonly used term in Brazilian Portuguese educational contexts
São Paulo
problema aberto
Standard usage in academic and educational settings
Portugal
problema aberto
Also used, though 'problema em aberto' may be used colloquially
General Brazilian
problema em aberto
Alternative colloquial form meaning 'unresolved problem'

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave room for interpretation
no single right answer
multiple roads lead to Rome
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