problem-solving

noun
UK /ˈprɒbləm ˌsɒlvɪŋ/
US /ˈprɑːbləm ˌsɑːlvɪŋ/

The act of finding a way to fix a difficult situation.

Good problem-solving helped the team finish the project on time.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The process of working through a puzzle or question to reach an answer.

Her problem-solving on the math test was quick and accurate.

3. A skill used in school and work to handle challenges step by step.

The job interview tested his problem-solving under pressure.

4. A method in computing for finding and correcting errors.

The programmer's problem-solving saved the app from crashing.