The ability to solve problem in arithmetic sequence based on the ideal problem solving in terms of the Keirsey temperament sorter and category of ability.

This research is describe students' ability to solve arithmetic sequence problems based on the IDEAL problem solving stages (Identify problem, Define goal, Explore possible strategies, Anticipate outcome and act, Look back and learn) in terms of The Keirsey Temperament Sorter (guardian, artisan, idealist, rational personality type) and ability category (excellent, good, enough, less, very less). This type of research is descriptive with a qualitative approach. The research data collection method used questionnaires, tests and interviews. The research subjects were 10 students of class XII of a school in Bondowoso, East Java. Based on results of the research obtained guardian personality type student SGSB are able to fulfill 4 stages of IDEAL problem solving. Artisan personality type students SASB are able to fulfill 4 stages and SAC are able to fulfill 3 stages. Idealist personality type student SISB are able to fulfill 5 stages, SIC are able to fulfill 3 stages, while SISK are able to fulfill 2 stages. Rational personality type student SRSB are able to fulfill 5 stages, SRB are able to fulfill 4 stages, SRK are able to fulfill 2 stages, and SRSK only to fulfill 1 stage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]