How do you approach solving a difficult problem?

These Google interview questions evaluate the candidates' self-starting and autonomous problem-solving skills. Examine their methods for tackling problems, the steps they followed, and the results of their endeavors.

Example: We had an unexpected technological problem in my prior position that caused operational disruptions. As the team's leader, I gathered all relevant data, examined the underlying issue, and led a brainstorming session. To fix the problem, we worked with the IT department and put in place a temporary workaround. Because of our preemptive strategy, there was very little inconvenience, and within 24 hours, we were back to business as usual.