MCQ Quiz: Thinking and Problem Solving

What is thinking primarily associated with?

• Sleeping

• Mental processing

• Physical activity

• Dreaming

Which of the following is NOT a component of thinking?

• Perception

• Reasoning

• Imagery

• Blinking

Which is a basic characteristic of thinking?

• Involuntary

• Passive

• Goal-directed

• Random

How is reasoning different from general thinking?

• It involves guessing

• It is emotional

• It is logical and structured

• It is passive

Deductive reasoning moves from:

• Specific to general

• General to specific

• Unknown to known

• Intuition to logic

What is the first step in the problem-solving process?

• Evaluating options

• Identifying the problem

• Implementing the solution

• Blaming others

A good problem solver is often:

• Impulsive

• Rigid

• Creative and analytical

• Passive

Which is NOT part of the problem-solving process?

• Generating solutions

• Ignoring the issue

• Identifying the problem

• Evaluating outcomes

What is brainstorming mainly used for?

• Memorization

• Generating creative ideas

• Practicing speeches

• Managing time

Which of the following enhances creative thinking?

• Rote learning

• Strict rules

• Open-mindedness

• Fear of failure