Cognitive Scaffold

Preparing your thinking workspace

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MENTAL MODEL · M6790

PWP

PWP
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

P (Problem): Background of the problem; W (What): Solution; P (Proof): Supporting evidence.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

Basic structure of a proposal. Ensure the proposal includes the three elements: problem definition, solution, and credible evidence.

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Anchor fast decisions

A proposal with only a solution is easily questioned 'why do it'. PWP uses three fixed blocks: Problem (P, why do it, pain points), What (W, what specifically to do), Proof (P, data/cases to prove feasibility and effectiveness). Problem establishes necessity, proof establishes credibility, and the solution stands firm.

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