problem-solving ability

collocation in English

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ability
noun[C or U]
uk
/əˈbɪl.ə.ti/us
/əˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
the physical or mental power or skill needed to ...
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(Definition ofabilityfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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No such improvements were found in visual short-term memory,problem-solvingability, cognitive speed, arithmetic, or verbal comprehension.
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Does the use of functions as data values give a greaterproblem-solvingability?
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One experiment designed to evaluate insight andproblem-solvingabilityinvolved a piece of meat attached to a string hanging from a perch.
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In testingproblem-solvingabilitytransfer tests of previously learned discriminations were used.
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Through many small seminars, students are challenged to think deeply and improve theirproblem-solvingability.
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To minimize this, wizards often develop theirproblem-solvingabilityto anticipate which spells may be most useful, and some may enhance this with abilities such as foresight.
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Wayfinding refers to the problem-solving abilities necessary to reach destinations.
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The design philosophy behind the toolkit was to delineate domain-level problem-solving abilities from agent-level functionality.
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His research with children revealed that when children are taught to discuss, their level of critical thinking and constructive language increases, and their rational, problem-solving abilities improve.
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Aptitude plays no role in ultimate attainment by child learners because they can rely on implicit learning mechanisms, which do not draw on their problem-solving abilities.
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When it comes to further education, we must make a serious point about the dignity and value of craftsmanship and problem-solving abilities.
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Compared with non-alcoholic families, alcoholic families demonstrate poorer problem-solving abilities, both among the parents and within the family as a whole.
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