Q: Here is a goal: How can I stop myself from coughing uncontrollably?

How would you accomplish this goal?

A: Raise your hands above your head.

Q: Here is a goal: How to heat up thin metal quickly?

How would you accomplish this goal?

A: Build a fire and using tongs place the metal onto the coals and leave for a few minutes, remove when they are hot enough

Q: Here is a goal: How to sweep the floors in a house?

How would you accomplish this goal?

A:
With a broom, sweep detritus into a pile in one corner of the room. Sweep the pile of detritus into the dustpan. Repeat the process in every room.