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This research aims to apply procedural knowledge space theory to model human problem-solving in two-player board games.

An application of procedural knowledge space theory to the study of strategic planning in board games.

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Randomized trial reveals that expertise enhances problem-solving in competitive board games, suggesting broader cognitive implications.

This research aims to apply procedural knowledge space theory to model human problem-solving in two-player board games.
Empirical study involving 148 participants analyzing performance on pick15 tasks.
Utilization of tic-tac-toe and pick15 as test cases to validate PKST extensions.
Testing of problem and knowledge spaces using the Markov solution process model.
Abstract representations improved fit for players with prior experience in tic-tac-toe, indicating expertise enhances strategy use.
Demonstrated the applicability of homomorphisms in deriving knowledge spaces.
Provided proof of concept for PKST in modeling competitive problem-solving scenarios.

Brancaccio et al. (2026) studied this question.

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