Which of the following is not a component of the classic Planning Definition?

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Which of the following is not a component of the classic Planning Definition?

  1. A.

    Init

  2. B.

    Domain

  3. C.

    Action

  4. D.

    Goal

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Correct answer: B

Answer: 'Domain' is not a component of the classic planning problem.

Classic planning problem components:

  • Initial state (Init): the starting facts about the world from which planning begins.

  • Actions (operators): the set of actions that can change the state; they define preconditions and effects used during planning.

  • Goal: the conditions or state that the planner must achieve.

Why 'Domain' isn't a component: The domain describes the general model—action schemas, predicates, and types—used across many planning problems. It is part of the domain model, not one of the elements that define a single planning instance (which are initial state, actions, and goal).

Therefore, 'Domain' is the correct choice as the item that is not a component of the classic planning problem.

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