Mr. Hughes teaches his students that when they see the words "in all" they should add. Which of the following statement is true?

A. This is an effective strategy for learning to solve problems, especially for children who have trouble with reading story problems.
B. This is an effective strategy for learning to solve problems because it is efficient and always works.
C. This is an effective strategy for learning to solve problems because it is easy for students to remember.
D. This is an ineffective strategy for learning to solve problems and may even be detrimental

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D. This is an ineffective strategy for learning to solve problems and may even be detrimental.

While some keywords in word problems may suggest certain operations (like "in all" implying addition), relying solely on keywords can lead to misunderstandings and incorrect answers. Effective problem-solving involves a deeper comprehension of the context and relationship among the quantities involved, rather than just memorizing cues.