Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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View the video on the following page and come back here to answer the questions

5 tips to improve your critical thinking - Samantha Agoos | TED-Ed

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Multiple Choice

What is one advantage of critical thinking?

• It’s a process that helps us make only large, important decisions

• It’s a process that helps us make only small, unimportant decisions

• It’s a process that helps us create hidden issues, bias and manipulation

• It’s a process that helps us reveal hidden issues, bias and manipulation

Fill in the Blank

The first step (of five) in the critical thinking process it to formulate ___________

Open Ended

Consider the example of the diet craze presented in the video. In your own words, explain how you would apply information to determine whether the weight-loss claims are logical and accurate. Be specific about each step you would take.