well-specified problem

[/wɛl ˈspɛsɪfaɪd ˈprɒbləm/]
nounpl: well-specified problems
problema bem definido
1. A problem that has clear, unambiguous objectives, well-defined constraints, and a precise method for determining when a solution is correct
In computer science, a well-specified problem includes clear input parameters and expected output criteria.
Em ciência da computação, um problema bem definido inclui parâmetros de entrada claros e critérios de saída esperados.
2. A problem with complete information about initial conditions, goals, and success metrics, making it suitable for algorithmic or mathematical solution
Sorting an array is a well-specified problem because the goal and success criteria are explicitly defined.
Ordenar um array é um problema bem definido porque o objetivo e os critérios de sucesso são explicitamente definidos.
This term is primarily used in academic, technical, and computational contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the importance placed on problem clarity in computer science, mathematics, and engineering fields. In Brazilian universities and tech companies, the term 'problema bem definido' or 'problema bem especificado' is standard terminology when discussing algorithm design, software development, and mathematical problem-solving.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
well-defined problemclearly specified problemprecisely defined problemproblem with clear specifications
Antonyms / Antônimos
ill-specified problemill-defined problemvague problemambiguous problemunstructured problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
problema bem especificado
Direct translation, commonly used in academic and technical contexts
General Brazilian Portuguese
problema bem definido
More colloquial variant, equally understood and used
Portugal
problema bem especificado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard technical terminology
Portugal
problema claramente definido
Alternative phrasing used in Portuguese academic contexts

Related Words

problem specificationproblem formulationproblem constraintsalgorithmic solutionformal problem statement

Related Idioms & Phrases

a problem with all the pieces in place
a problem that knows what it wants
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