1. Put these in the order required for problem-solving A.) clearly State the problem B.) brainstorm solutions C.) analyze cause/effect of the problem D.) evaluate pros/cons of each solution L F

2. Which is the most important question to ask when choosing a major? A.) what are my friends choosing? B.) what does my career choice require? C.) what major offers the most convenient class times D.) What major is most popular on campus? L F

3. Gathering information requires a careful analysis of all the following EXCEPT A.) the amount of info you need B.) amount of time to spend locating the info C.) the relevancy of the info D.) ability to shift perspectives L F

4. What strategy will best help you break down information to build your understanding? A.) separate ideas and look for themes B.) compare and contrast C.) Examine cause/effect D.) all of these L F

5. Facts include statements that A.) include absolutes, abstract terms, and emotional words B.) predict future events C.) use concrete words, Measurable statistics D.) include absolutes, qualifiers and statistics L F

6. Opinions include statements that A.) include absolutes, abstract terms, and emotional words B.) avoid predicting future events C.) use concrete words, Measurable statistics D.) include absolutes, qualifiers and statistics L F

7. “Gas prices are going to increase because oil companies are hoarding profits” is an example of A.) fact B.) opinion C.) creative analysis D.) assumption L F

8. “Studies show that higher education leads to better job prospects” is an example of A.) Fact B.) Opinion C.) creative analysis D.) assumption L F

9. When thinking creatively, it’s important to A.) brainstorm B.) take risks C.) give yourself time to think D.) all of these L F

10. A person who can devise new uses of common Products such as newspaper or duct tape has very developed __________ thinking skills A.) analytical B.) intrapersonal C.) creative D.) natural L F

11. What will give you the greatest chance to solve a problem successfully? A.) Using analytical skills B.) Separating facts from opinion C.) using analytical, creative and practical skills D.) evaluating each Potential solution L F

12. To change the way you look at something you should try to: A.) get advice from instructors B.) ask if it is consistent with your core beliefs D.) give yourself as much time as you need to gather information C.) challenge assumptions, shift perspectives, ask What if??? L F

13. Thinking clearly and effectively under stress is an example of _______ thinking A.) quick B.) practical C.) analytical D.) creative L F

14. Practical thinking is important because it helps you A.) take risks B.) understand environment C.) apply what you know in real world situations D.) focus on analytical thinking L F

15. _________ ________ refers to how you adapt or change your environment to achieve your goals. A.) Practical Thinking B.) Analytical Thinking C.) Creative Thinking D.) Brain Storming. L F

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