Bracketing

Bracketing is a method used to find an approximate answer to a problem, especially in mathematics or science. It involves identifying two points or values—a "bracket"—that clearly contain the solution, with one being too high and the other too low. By narrowing down this range step by step, you get closer to the actual answer. Think of it like narrowing down options to pinpoint a target: you start with broad guesses and refine them, ensuring the true solution lies between your selected bounds. Bracketing helps efficiently locate solutions without testing every possibility.