Question 1

When you are asked to solve an arithmetic problem or to name the current president of the United States, you are using
A)divergent thinking.
B)convergent thinking.
C)intuitive thinking.
D)transformational thinking.

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking involves utilizing logic and knowledge to arrive at a single correct solution, which is exactly what is required in the scenarios given (solving arithmetic problems and naming the current president). Divergent thinking involves generating multiple possible solutions or ideas, intuitive thinking involves making decisions based on instinct or hunches, and transformational thinking involves creatively reframing problems and finding innovative solutions.

Question 2

Which of the following is usually associated with creativity?
A)convergent thinking
B)divergent thinking
C)modeling
D)syntax

Accepted Answer

Creativity is usually associated with divergent thinking, which involves generating multiple ideas or solutions to a problem. Convergent thinking, on the other hand, involves narrowing down ideas to find the single best solution. Modeling and syntax may be important in creative expression, but they are not typically associated with the process of generating novel ideas.

Question 3

Thinking that is directed toward the discovery of a single established correct answer is known as _____ thinking.
A)deductive
B)convergent
C)divergent
D)intuitive

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking is focused on finding a single correct answer or solution, using logical and analytical approaches. Deductive thinking involves reasoning from general principles to specific instances, while divergent thinking emphasizes generating many possible solutions or ideas. Intuitive thinking involves relying on instincts and gut feelings rather than analytical processes.

Question 4

Creativity is best measured by looking at how one thinks
A)divergently.
B)convergently.
C)intuitively.
D)through syllogisms.

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking involves generating many unique and original ideas, which is a key aspect of creativity. Convergent thinking involves finding the single best solution to a problem, which is less indicative of creativity. Intuitive thinking is also important in creativity, but it is more difficult to measure and quantify than divergent thinking. Syllogisms are a logical structure for arguments and not directly related to creativity.

Question 5

Which of the following would be considered a creativity test?
A)Unusual Uses Test
B)Anagrams Test
C)Consequences Test
D)All of these are considered creativity tests.

Accepted Answer

All the options provided (Unusual Uses Test, Anagrams Test, and Consequences Test) are considered creativity tests as they all require creative thinking and problem-solving skills to complete. Therefore, option D, which states that all of these are considered creativity tests, is the best choice.

Question 6

Scores on the Rorschach ink blot test include a consideration of how unusual a person's responses are.This aspect of the test is similar to a measure of creativity known as
A)fluency.
B)flexibility.
C)originality.
D)logic.

Accepted Answer

The consideration of how unusual a person's responses are on the Rorschach ink blot test is similar to a measure of creativity known as originality, which involves producing unique or uncommon ideas or responses. Fluency and flexibility are also measures of creativity, but they do not specifically emphasize uniqueness or uncommonness. Logic is not directly related to creativity.

Question 7

Another name for conventional thinking is _____ thinking.
A)illogical
B)divergent
C)convergent
D)intuitive

Accepted Answer

Conventional thinking involves using standard, established thought processes and following established norms and procedures. This type of thinking is often convergent, meaning it focuses on finding a single solution or path forward.

Question 8

_____ refers to the novelty of solutions produced on a creativity test.
A)Fluency
B)Originality
C)Flexibility
D)Convergent thought

Accepted Answer

Originality refers to the uniqueness or novelty of solutions produced on a creativity test. Fluency refers to the number of solutions produced, flexibility refers to the ability to switch between different types of thinking or solutions, and convergent thought refers to the ability to identify a single correct solution to a problem.

Question 9

If a test question asks you to name the most common use for a pencil, you would use _____ thinking to derive the correct answer, while _____ thinking would be used to derive as many uses for a pencil as you could think about.
A)intuitive; deductive
B)deductive; intuitive
C)convergent; divergent
D)divergent; convergent

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking is focused on finding the single best solution to a problem, while divergent thinking is focused on generating multiple solutions or ideas. Naming the most common use for a pencil requires convergent thinking, while coming up with many uses for a pencil requires divergent thinking. Therefore, the best choice is (C) convergent thinking for the first part of the question and divergent thinking for the second part.

Question 10

On a creativity test, you are asked to list all the uses of a paper clip.The more unusual or novel your answers the higher will be your _____ score.
A)flexibility
B)fluency
C)originality
D)elaboration

Accepted Answer

The question asks for unusual or novel answers, which is related to the concept of originality. Therefore, the best choice is C: originality.

Question 11

When you are asked to make as many new words as possible by rearranging the letters in the word intelligence, you are using
A)divergent thinking.
B)convergent thinking.
C)algorithmic thinking.
D)denotative thought.

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking involves coming up with multiple ideas or possibilities through free-flowing and spontaneous thinking. In this scenario, the task is to generate as many words as possible by rearranging the letters, which requires creative and unconventional thinking, making A the best choice. Convergent thinking involves narrowing down to a single solution or answer, which is not applicable here. Algorithmic thinking involves following a step-by-step procedure to solve a problem, and denotative thought involves interpreting a word according to its dictionary definition, neither of which is relevant to this task.

Question 12

Rather than repeating learned solutions, _____ thinking produces new answers, ideas, or patterns.
A)intuitive
B)deductive
C)creative
D)inductive

Accepted Answer

The phrase "new answers, ideas, or patterns" suggests that the correct answer involves coming up with original or innovative solutions, which is characteristic of creative thinking. Intuitive thinking refers to relying on gut feelings or instincts rather than logic or rationality. Deductive and inductive thinking both involve drawing conclusions based on logic and reasoning, but do not necessarily generate new ideas.

Question 13

Thinking that produces many ideas or alternatives is referred to as _____ thinking, while thinking that is directed toward a single established correct answer is called _____ thinking.
A)intuitive; deductive
B)deductive; intuitive
C)convergent; divergent
D)divergent; convergent

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking produces many ideas or alternatives while convergent thinking is focused on finding a single correct solution.

Question 14

Fluency, flexibility, and originality would be LEAST characteristic of which type of thought?
A)divergent thinking
B)algorithmic problem-solving
C)creative problem-solving
D)brainstorming

Accepted Answer

Fluency, flexibility, and originality are all characteristics of divergent thinking and creative problem-solving, which involve generating multiple ideas and exploring different possibilities. Algorithmic problem-solving, on the other hand, typically involves a more systematic and linear approach to finding a solution, which may not emphasize these creative thinking skills as much. Brainstorming is a technique used to facilitate divergent thinking and generate new ideas, so it is also highly characteristic of fluency, flexibility, and originality. Therefore, the least characteristic of these three types of thinking would be algorithmic problem-solving.

Question 15

Kris does poorly on factual tests in history and on the solution to math problems, but she excels on open-ended essays and thought questions.Kris is better at _____ than she is at _____.
A)syllogisms; concept formation
B)verification; incubation
C)divergent thought; convergent thought
D)denotative thinking; connotative thinking

Accepted Answer

Kris seems to struggle with convergent thinking, which involves finding a single correct answer or solution to a problem, but excels in divergent thinking, which involves generating multiple creative solutions or ideas. This is reflected in her performance on factual tests in history and math problems, which require convergent thinking, and her strength in open-ended essays and thought questions, which require more divergent thinking. Choices A, B, and D do not adequately capture this difference in thinking styles.

Question 16

By counting the number of times you show fluency, flexibility, and originality, we could rate your creativity, or your capacity for _____ thinking.
A)inductive
B)deductive
C)convergent
D)divergent

Accepted Answer

Fluency, flexibility, and originality are all characteristics of divergent thinking, which involves generating multiple ideas and possibilities. Inductive thinking involves drawing conclusions from specific observations, while deductive thinking involves reasoning from general principles to specific instances. Convergent thinking involves narrowing down options to arrive at a single correct solution. Therefore, divergent thinking is the best choice for describing the capacity for creative thinking in this scenario.

Question 17

_____ thought is best measured by how one thinks divergently.
A)Logical
B)Creative
C)Inductive
D)Deductive

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking refers to the ability to generate multiple ideas or solutions to a problem, which is often associated with creativity. Therefore, creative thought is best measured by how one thinks divergently. Logical thinking (A) may involve deductive or inductive reasoning, but it is typically focused on reaching a single, correct solution. Inductive (C) and deductive (D) reasoning are both types of logical thinking and do not necessarily measure creative thought.

Question 18

In test of creativity, _____ is indicated by the total number of solutions, while _____ is indicated by the number of different types of solutions produced.
A)flexibility; fluency
B)fluency; flexibility
C)originality; elaboration
D)elaboration; originality

Accepted Answer

Flexibility refers to the ability to produce different types of solutions, while fluency refers to the total number of solutions generated. Therefore, option B is the correct answer where fluency is indicated by the total number of solutions and flexibility is indicated by the number of different types of solutions produced. Option A and C are reversed in their definitions, and option D refers to a different aspect of creativity.

Question 19

Thinking in which many possibilities are developed from one starting place is called
A)deductive.
B)convergent.
C)divergent.
D)intuitive.

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking is a thought process or method used to generate creative ideas by exploring many possible solutions or ideas from a single starting point. It involves exploring multiple perspectives and possibilities, rather than simply following a linear or logical path. Deductive thinking, on the other hand, is a more linear process, in which an individual takes a general rule or principle and applies it to a specific situation to arrive at a certain conclusion or outcome. Convergent thinking is a process in which an individual narrows down multiple ideas or possibilities to arrive at a single solution or answer. Intuitive thinking involves relying on one's instincts or "gut feeling" to arrive at a conclusion or decision, often without specific evidence or logic.

Question 20

In routine problem-solving or thinking, there is one correct answer, and the problem is to find it.This leads to _____ thinking.
A)deductive
B)convergent
C)divergent
D)intuitive

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking is the process of narrowing down possible solutions to one that is considered the best or most suitable. This aligns with the scenario described in the question where there is only one correct answer to be found. Deductive thinking involves reasoning from general information to reach a specific conclusion, whereas divergent thinking involves generating multiple ideas or solutions for a problem. Intuitive thinking relies on instinct or gut feeling to guide decision-making.

Quiz 9: Extension B: Cognition, Language, Creativity, and Intelligence

When you are asked to solve an arithmetic problem or to name the current president of the United States, you are using

Which of the following is usually associated with creativity?

Thinking that is directed toward the discovery of a single established correct answer is known as _____ thinking.

Creativity is best measured by looking at how one thinks

Which of the following would be considered a creativity test?

Scores on the Rorschach ink blot test include a consideration of how unusual a person's responses are.This aspect of the test is similar to a measure of creativity known as

Another name for conventional thinking is _____ thinking.

_____ refers to the novelty of solutions produced on a creativity test.

If a test question asks you to name the most common use for a pencil, you would use _ thinking to derive the correct answer, while _ thinking would be used to derive as many uses for a pencil as you could think about.

On a creativity test, you are asked to list all the uses of a paper clip.The more unusual or novel your answers the higher will be your _____ score.

When you are asked to make as many new words as possible by rearranging the letters in the word intelligence, you are using

Rather than repeating learned solutions, _____ thinking produces new answers, ideas, or patterns.

Thinking that produces many ideas or alternatives is referred to as _ thinking, while thinking that is directed toward a single established correct answer is called _ thinking.

Fluency, flexibility, and originality would be LEAST characteristic of which type of thought?

Kris does poorly on factual tests in history and on the solution to math problems, but she excels on open-ended essays and thought questions.Kris is better at _ than she is at _.

By counting the number of times you show fluency, flexibility, and originality, we could rate your creativity, or your capacity for _____ thinking.

_____ thought is best measured by how one thinks divergently.

In test of creativity, _ is indicated by the total number of solutions, while _ is indicated by the number of different types of solutions produced.

Thinking in which many possibilities are developed from one starting place is called

In routine problem-solving or thinking, there is one correct answer, and the problem is to find it.This leads to _____ thinking.