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Optical solution

A response to a problem that appears to solve a problem, but doesn't actually solve the problem.
The new system increased the graduation rate to 100%. (This was an optical solution because this was done by lowering the standards to pass).
Our planes always land on time. (This was an optical solution because they added an hour to the time of flight).
We are giving you 20% off. (This is an optical solution because they raised the price 40% first).
The school now has great test scores. (This was an optical solution because they make the exam optional...the high scoring kids take it therefore the problem wasn't really solved).
by eduwarrior January 24, 2023
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Optical Solution

A response to a problem that appears to solve a problem in order to make the solver(s) look better, but doesn't actually solve a problem.
The new system increased the graduation rate to 100%. (This is an optical solution because they lowered the lowered the standards to pass, now the school looks better).
Our planes always land on time. (This is an optical solution because they added an hour to the time of flight, so the airline looks better).
We are giving you 20% off. (This is an optical solution because they raised the price 40% first, so they look like they are giving people a deal).
The school now has great test scores. (This is an optical solution because they make the exam optional, and the high scoring kids take it. Now the school looks good).
by eduwarrior January 24, 2023
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EJ DA SOLUTION

Former 17 year old Rapper From Miami Florida
EJ DA SOLUTION I DROPPED A NEW ALBUM CALLED ALTERNATE UNIVERSE
by Money Counting November 20, 2023
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how can I Prepare a PEG solution with a specific concentration (e.g., 10% PEG solution) to induce drought stress.
by Dejene December 30, 2023
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anti-solution

A solution to a problem that should not exist in the first place
Man: "Why did you remove the bushes at the front of the park?"
Boss: "So our delivery trucks can get through easier".
Man: "We have a delivery zone out back, this is just an anti-solution".
by glasscage May 1, 2023
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Creative solution

A discreet way to say that you will kill someone to solve a problem.
"Ricky hasn't paid his protection fee, soon we might need to call Tony for a Creative solution."
by Tony, The Server April 28, 2022
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Solution Builder

Solution Builder is a small B2B specializing in web development and technological solution for small to medium sized businesses.
As a business owner Solution Builder assisted me with automating my Facebook page posts.
by Solution Builder January 10, 2022
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