%% Last Updated: - [[2021-02-22]] %% # [[Algorithms of thought]] An algorithm of thought describes how to make a decision using a systematic method that can be applied to any concept or problem. Algorithms are different from mental models in that mental models are *des*criptive and algorithms of thought are *pro*scriptive: one seeks to describe, and the other seeks to outline actions to take. ## Examples - [[Difference Engine]] - [[Want Impediment Remedy Algorithm]] - [[Simple Choice Algorithm]] - [[Assumptions x-ray Algorithm]]