A domain-independent Tool for the selection problem

In this paper, we present a domain-independent tool for the selection problem, which uses concept-hierarchy and constraints as knowledge representation and has effective control strategies, search strategies, and interface. An advisory system for purchasing cars is set up by the selection tool. The applications of the selection tool in configuration and “creative configuration” are discussed. We come up with an approach using circumscription to deal with exceptions and inconsistencies in multiple inheritance.