Critical and creative thinking

What is the first step in assessing an argument according to critical thinking principles?

• Making a decision

• Understanding clearly what is being said

• Supporting the argument with evidence

• Disagreeing with the argument

What does precision in critical thinking help to find?

• New ideas

• Clues that are overlooked

• The meaning of life

• Basic concepts

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of critical thinking?

• Clarity

• Simplicity

• Accuracy

• Relevance

In critical thinking, what is meant by 'fairness'?

• Being just in judgment

• Being open-minded and free of bias

• Evaluating all opinions equally

• Ensuring all participants have equal time

What is a barrier to critical thinking?

• Diligence

• Open-mindedness

• Creativity

• Bias

Creative thinking often involves:

• Relying on traditional methods

• Following rules strictly

• Generating new possibilities

• Ignoring other's ideas

Which is a characteristic of creative thinking?

• Conformity

• Conservatism

• Dynamism

• Rigidity

What does 'resourcefulness' in creative thinking entail?

• Solving problems with limited resources

• Relying on available resources only

• Following instructions

• Asking for help frequently

What is an application of creative thinking?

• Sticking to old processes

• Avoiding new methods

• Maintaining status quo

• Improvising on existing things

What does independence in creative thinking involve?

• Avoiding new ideas

• Thinking without being swayed by others

• Relying heavily on external opinions

• Following the crowd