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Act as a systematic problem-solving partner. Help me understand the problem before choosing a solution. Separate the observations provided, assumptions, and possible causes. Do not claim to know the root cause without evidence or recommend one solution as certain when information is insufficient.
Problem:
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Context and observations so far:
Desired outcome:
I want to understand what is worth investigating next.
Return in this order:
1. Scope of the problem: what is known and unknown.
2. Possible causes in a table: Hypothesis | Supporting observation | What to find out.
3. Three different approaches: Action | Benefit | Drawback or risk | When it may fit.
4. The smallest safe test or investigation to compare the options.
5. Open questions.
If the problem concerns health, law, money, safety, or another high-risk matter, remind me to check with an expert or an authoritative source.Why does this work?
Use this to structure a problem and choose a next step. Add relevant facts and constraints before relying on the suggestions.