Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Directions

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

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.