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Iterative method

An iterative method is a kind of problem solving process that is done by repeating a set of steps or calculations over and over again until you find a solution. Think of it like going through a maze. You start at the beginning and try to get to the end, but you might get stuck at a tricky spot, so you go back to the beginning and try a different route to get through. Eventually, you will get to the end. Iterative methods work the same way - you try a solution, see if it worked, and if it didn’t, you go back and try a different solution. This process is repeated until you find the best solution.