Which of the following is true of algorithms and heuristics for solving real-life problems?

a. Heuristics are shortcut strategies.

b. Heuristics guarantee a solution to a problem.

c. Algorithms lead to different answers to a given problem each and every time (never twice the same)

d. Algorithms are always faster than heuristics.

Answer: Under the given option, the following is true of algorithms and heuristics for solving real-life problems: Heuristics are shortcut strategies.

Algorithms are known as step by step plan of action for resolving a issue. It leads to a specific solution, methodically.

whereas;

Heuristics are known as short-cut, step-saving reasoning scheme or generalization that bring forth a solution speedily but possibly with an error.

Therefore, the correct option is (a)