answer-led development
noun phraseUK /ˈɑːnsə lɛd dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
US /ˈænsər lɛd dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
A way of building things where you first decide what problem to solve, then work backward to make it.
The team used answer-led development to design a school bag that fits every child's books.
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2. A teaching method where lessons start with the final answer and students figure out the steps.
In math class, answer-led development meant the teacher showed the answer first and asked how to get there.
3. A business strategy that begins with the desired result and plans the work to reach it.
The company's answer-led development helped them launch the product on time.
4. A way of writing where you state the conclusion first, then explain the reasons.
Her report used answer-led development, so readers knew the main point right away.