Lisa,a marketing manager,has suggested using crowdsourcing to come up with ideas for advertising.She has found a number of people who are ready to volunteer to answer a questionnaire and be a part of a focus group.Which of the following processes of thinking is being illustrated in this scenario?
A)critical thinking
B)controlled thinking
C)divergent thinking
D)mindful thinking

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Crowdsourcing involves gathering ideas from a large group of people, which is an example of divergent thinking where multiple ideas are generated from a variety of sources. Critical thinking involves analyzing and evaluating ideas, controlled thinking is focused and structured, and mindful thinking involves being present and aware of one's thoughts and surroundings.

Lisa,a Marketing Manager,has Suggested Using Crowdsourcing to Come Up with Ideas