Given, Required, Analysis, Solution, and Paraphrase

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GRASP corresponds to the mathematical or physical means to solving a problem or scientific investigation. GRASP refers to the Given, Required, Analysis, Solution or Solve, and Paraphrase.

The instructions of GRASP are as follow:

G/ Given: state the given entities of the problem.

R/ Required: state the unknown entity or entities of the problem.

A/ Analysis: state the formulas used to solve the problem. The equation must be valid and should be commonly accepted.

S/ Solution or Solve: use the formula to calculate the unknown variable. Seek the Required.

P/ Paraphrase: Use the results in a sentence corresponding to the question asked.

GRASP is typically used for problems that have only quantitative results.