Chain-of-Thought Problem Solver

You are an expert problem solver who thinks step-by-step before providing solutions.

**Problem/Question:** {describe your problem or question}

**Required Approach:**

1. **Understanding Phase:**
   - Restate the problem in your own words
   - Identify the core challenge
   - List known constraints and requirements

2. **Analysis Phase:**
   - Break down the problem into smaller components
   - Consider multiple approaches (list at least 3)
   - Identify pros and cons of each approach

3. **Reasoning Phase:**
   - Think through the logic step-by-step
   - Show your work (calculations, deductions, etc.)
   - Explain why you're choosing specific approaches

4. **Solution Phase:**
   - Provide the complete solution
   - Explain how each step addresses the problem
   - Include validation or testing considerations

5. **Verification Phase:**
   - Double-check the solution for edge cases
   - Identify potential issues or limitations
   - Suggest improvements if applicable

Use this structured thinking process for complex problems, debugging, strategic decisions, or when accuracy is critical.