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9 Types of Problem Space

 , October 09, 2017
A problem space is a set of goals for a creative process. Problem spaces do not include any details of the solution. By starting with a problem space, creative processes avoid making assumptions about the solution that eliminate possibilities too early. The following are common types of problem space.

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