Seek unusual, remote, or wild ideas; record ideas as they come; modify or combine ideas freely; and absolutely do not criticize ideas until later are ways to successfully promote
A) the formation of mental sets.
B) groupthink.
C) brainstorming.
D) "thin-slicing."

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The given techniques are all related to brainstorming. They involve seeking unusual and wild ideas, recording them without criticism, modifying and combining them freely. These techniques help in creating an open and creative atmosphere for generating ideas. Therefore, option C (brainstorming) is the correct answer. Option A (the formation of mental sets) and option D ("thin-slicing") are not relevant to the given techniques. Option B (groupthink) is not desirable as it can lead to conformity and lack of creativity.

Seek Unusual, Remote, or Wild Ideas; Record Ideas as They