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Creativity and Science

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of creative thinking?

  1. Divergent thinking

  2. Convergent thinking

  3. Flexibility

  4. Originality


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Convergent thinking is a type of thinking that focuses on finding a single, correct answer to a problem. It is the opposite of divergent thinking, which is a type of thinking that generates multiple possible solutions to a problem.

What is the term for the ability to see connections between seemingly unrelated things?

  1. Lateral thinking

  2. Associative thinking

  3. Divergent thinking

  4. Convergent thinking


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lateral thinking is a type of thinking that involves making connections between seemingly unrelated things. It is often used to solve problems or generate new ideas.

Which of the following is NOT a type of creativity?

  1. Artistic creativity

  2. Scientific creativity

  3. Technological creativity

  4. Everyday creativity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Technological creativity is not a type of creativity. It is the application of scientific knowledge to the development of new technologies.

What is the term for the process of generating new ideas?

  1. Ideation

  2. Brainstorming

  3. Mind mapping

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ideation, brainstorming, and mind mapping are all techniques that can be used to generate new ideas.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence creativity?

  1. Intelligence

  2. Personality

  3. Environment

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intelligence is not a factor that can influence creativity. In fact, some studies have shown that there is a negative correlation between intelligence and creativity.

What is the term for the ability to think outside the box?

  1. Divergent thinking

  2. Lateral thinking

  3. Creative thinking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Divergent thinking, lateral thinking, and creative thinking are all terms that refer to the ability to think outside the box.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a creative person?

  1. Open-mindedness

  2. Curiosity

  3. Risk-taking

  4. Conformity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Conformity is not a characteristic of a creative person. Creative people are often non-conformists who are willing to challenge the status quo.

What is the term for the process of turning an idea into a reality?

  1. Innovation

  2. Implementation

  3. Commercialization

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Innovation, implementation, and commercialization are all terms that refer to the process of turning an idea into a reality.

Which of the following is NOT a type of innovation?

  1. Product innovation

  2. Process innovation

  3. Service innovation

  4. Radical innovation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Radical innovation is not a type of innovation. It is a term that refers to a new product, process, or service that is significantly different from anything that has come before.

What is the term for the ability to solve problems in a creative way?

  1. Creative problem solving

  2. Lateral thinking

  3. Divergent thinking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Creative problem solving, lateral thinking, and divergent thinking are all terms that refer to the ability to solve problems in a creative way.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of creativity?

  1. Increased productivity

  2. Improved problem solving

  3. Enhanced innovation

  4. Decreased stress


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Creativity is not associated with decreased stress. In fact, some studies have shown that creative people are more likely to experience stress than non-creative people.

What is the term for the ability to see the big picture?

  1. Systems thinking

  2. Holistic thinking

  3. Global thinking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Systems thinking, holistic thinking, and global thinking are all terms that refer to the ability to see the big picture.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a creative environment?

  1. Openness to new ideas

  2. Encouragement of risk-taking

  3. Suppression of dissent

  4. Tolerance of ambiguity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Suppression of dissent is not a characteristic of a creative environment. Creative environments are open to new ideas and encourage risk-taking.

What is the term for the ability to think in a non-linear way?

  1. Lateral thinking

  2. Associative thinking

  3. Divergent thinking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lateral thinking, associative thinking, and divergent thinking are all terms that refer to the ability to think in a non-linear way.

Which of the following is NOT a type of creative thinking?

  1. Divergent thinking

  2. Convergent thinking

  3. Critical thinking

  4. Lateral thinking


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Critical thinking is not a type of creative thinking. It is a type of thinking that involves analyzing and evaluating information in order to form a judgment.

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