Question 1

Mercedes has just been hired to create slogans for television commercials. Predict which of the following will help to increase her creativity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mercedes' supervisor has promised her a large bonus if her slogan is selected. 
B)  Mercedes majored in Art History in college. 
C)  Mercedes works with flexible and innovative co-workers. 
D)  Mercedes will be fired if her slogan is not selected. 
A)  Mercedes' supervisor has promised her a large bonus if her slogan is selected. 
B)  Mercedes majored in Art History in college. 
C)  Mercedes works with flexible and innovative co-workers. 
D)  Mercedes will be fired if her slogan is not selected. C

Question 2

The phrase "Find new eyes," means:

Accepted Answer

A)  ask others for help with problems. 
B)  generate lots of ideas so one of them will work. 
C)  look for a new perspective on an old issue. 
D)  write something down or sketch it out. 
A)  ask others for help with problems. 
B)  generate lots of ideas so one of them will work. 
C)  look for a new perspective on an old issue. 
D)  write something down or sketch it out. C

Question 3

What is the difference between a claim and a fact?

Accepted Answer

A)  Claims are always true 
B)  Claims can be disputed, but facts cannot. 
C)  Claims can be true or false. 
D)  Facts are opinions that can be disputed. 
A)  Claims are always true 
B)  Claims can be disputed, but facts cannot. 
C)  Claims can be true or false. 
D)  Facts are opinions that can be disputed. B

Question 4

The statement "It has rained every Friday that I was scheduled to be off. I am off this Friday and it will rain" is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A)  an either/or thinking. 
B)  a hasty conclusion. 
C)  false authority. 
D)  personal attack. 
A)  an either/or thinking. 
B)  a hasty conclusion. 
C)  false authority. 
D)  personal attack.

Question 5

Judith prefers structure and using practical data to make decisions. She looks for speed, efficiency and results when choosing among options. Judith's decision making style is:

Accepted Answer

A)  analytical. 
B)  conceptual. 
C)  directive. 
D)  behavioral. 
A)  analytical. 
B)  conceptual. 
C)  directive. 
D)  behavioral.

Question 6

Zachary is a conceptual decision maker. Choose a description of his style below that most closely represents conceptual decision makers:

Accepted Answer

A)  Conceptuals enjoy people and use their feelings to assess situations. 
B)  Conceptuals emphasize the big picture and are adaptable. 
C)  Conceptuals are logical and search carefully for the best decision. 
D)  None of the above. 
A)  Conceptuals enjoy people and use their feelings to assess situations. 
B)  Conceptuals emphasize the big picture and are adaptable. 
C)  Conceptuals are logical and search carefully for the best decision. 
D)  None of the above.

Question 7

John analyzed the argument presented in his assigned reading; he assessed his assumptions and attempted to avoid mistakes in his reasoning. What type of thinking is John doing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Creative 
B)  Critical 
C)  Analytical 
D)  Focused 
A)  Creative 
B)  Critical 
C)  Analytical 
D)  Focused

Question 8

Classify the following fallacy: Hector moved into a new apartment last month. Since moving into the apartment, Hector has had financial problems. Moving into the new apartment is the reason for Hector's financial problems.

Accepted Answer

A)  Shifting the burden of proof 
B)  Straw man 
C)  Emotional appeal 
D)  False cause and effect 
A)  Shifting the burden of proof 
B)  Straw man 
C)  Emotional appeal 
D)  False cause and effect

Question 9

Describe a problem that might be faced by a college student. Using the first three steps of the seven-step model, generate the steps and actions to be taken.

Accepted Answer

Correct responses will vary, but should

Question 10

Which of the following statements will help Amanda become a better critical thinker:

Accepted Answer

A)  admit when you don't know. 
B)  stay away from the opposition. 
C)  trust and learn. 
D)  skip words you don't understand. 
A)  admit when you don't know. 
B)  stay away from the opposition. 
C)  trust and learn. 
D)  skip words you don't understand.

Question 11

Luis is in the market for a new car. Which option below represents the most correct priorities using the first three steps of the seven-step problem-solving model?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defining his need for a new car, reviewing models and prices, and selecting criteria to evaluate his options. 
B)  Defining his need for a new car, selecting the car, evaluating the results. 
C)  Defining his need for a new car, brainstorming options, and chose the car. 
D)  Defining his need for a new car, reviewing models and prices, and then buying the car. 
A)  Defining his need for a new car, reviewing models and prices, and selecting criteria to evaluate his options. 
B)  Defining his need for a new car, selecting the car, evaluating the results. 
C)  Defining his need for a new car, brainstorming options, and chose the car. 
D)  Defining his need for a new car, reviewing models and prices, and then buying the car.

Question 12

Select the option below that correctly lists the four creative styles:

Accepted Answer

A)  inspirational, innovative, intuitive, and imaginative. 
B)  directive, analytical, conceptual, and behavioral. 
C)  level 1, level 2, level 3, and level 4. 
D)  None of the above. 
A)  inspirational, innovative, intuitive, and imaginative. 
B)  directive, analytical, conceptual, and behavioral. 
C)  level 1, level 2, level 3, and level 4. 
D)  None of the above.

Question 13

What level is the following question: "Why do Americans believe that healthcare reform is important?"

Accepted Answer

A)  Level 1 
B)  Level 2 
C)  Level 3 
D)  Level 4 
A)  Level 1 
B)  Level 2 
C)  Level 3 
D)  Level 4

Question 14

According to FOCUS, part one of the four-part model of critical thinking is the foundation of_________

Accepted Answer

A)  problem-solving and decision making skills 
B)  thinking about thinking 
C)  reasoning. 
D)  good arguments 
A)  problem-solving and decision making skills 
B)  thinking about thinking 
C)  reasoning. 
D)  good arguments

Question 15

Using the reasons presented in FOCUS, defend the statement: "Critical thinking skills are important in the development of college students."

Accepted Answer

Correct responses will vary, but should

Mercedes has just been hired to create slogans for television commercials. Predict which of the following will help to increase her creativity?

The phrase "Find new eyes," means:

What is the difference between a claim and a fact?

The statement "It has rained every Friday that I was scheduled to be off. I am off this Friday and it will rain" is best described as:

Judith prefers structure and using practical data to make decisions. She looks for speed, efficiency and results when choosing among options. Judith's decision making style is:

Zachary is a conceptual decision maker. Choose a description of his style below that most closely represents conceptual decision makers:

John analyzed the argument presented in his assigned reading; he assessed his assumptions and attempted to avoid mistakes in his reasoning. What type of thinking is John doing?

Classify the following fallacy: Hector moved into a new apartment last month. Since moving into the apartment, Hector has had financial problems. Moving into the new apartment is the reason for Hector's financial problems.

Describe a problem that might be faced by a college student. Using the first three steps of the seven-step model, generate the steps and actions to be taken.

Which of the following statements will help Amanda become a better critical thinker:

Luis is in the market for a new car. Which option below represents the most correct priorities using the first three steps of the seven-step problem-solving model?

Select the option below that correctly lists the four creative styles:

What level is the following question: "Why do Americans believe that healthcare reform is important?"

According to FOCUS, part one of the four-part model of critical thinking is the foundation of_________

Using the reasons presented in FOCUS, defend the statement: "Critical thinking skills are important in the development of college students."

Building Dreams, Setting Goals

Learning About Learning

Managing Your Time and Energy

Developing Information Literacy, Writing, and Speaking Skills

Engaging, Listening, and Note-Taking in Class

Developing Your Memory

Reading and Studying

Taking Tests

Building Relationships, Valuing Diversity

Choosing a College Major and Career

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Exam 4: Thinking Critically and Creatively

Mercedes has just been hired to create slogans for television commercials. Predict which of the following will help to increase her creativity?

The phrase "Find new eyes," means:

What is the difference between a claim and a fact?

The statement "It has rained every Friday that I was scheduled to be off. I am off this Friday and it will rain" is best described as:

Judith prefers structure and using practical data to make decisions. She looks for speed, efficiency and results when choosing among options. Judith's decision making style is:

Zachary is a conceptual decision maker. Choose a description of his style below that most closely represents conceptual decision makers:

John analyzed the argument presented in his assigned reading; he assessed his assumptions and attempted to avoid mistakes in his reasoning. What type of thinking is John doing?

Classify the following fallacy: Hector moved into a new apartment last month. Since moving into the apartment, Hector has had financial problems. Moving into the new apartment is the reason for Hector's financial problems.

Describe a problem that might be faced by a college student. Using the first three steps of the seven-step model, generate the steps and actions to be taken.

Which of the following statements will help Amanda become a better critical thinker:

Luis is in the market for a new car. Which option below represents the most correct priorities using the first three steps of the seven-step problem-solving model?

Select the option below that correctly lists the four creative styles:

What level is the following question: "Why do Americans believe that healthcare reform is important?"

According to FOCUS, part one of the four-part model of critical thinking is the foundation of_________

Using the reasons presented in FOCUS, defend the statement: "Critical thinking skills are important in the development of college students."

Building Dreams, Setting Goals

Learning About Learning

Managing Your Time and Energy

Developing Information Literacy, Writing, and Speaking Skills

Engaging, Listening, and Note-Taking in Class

Developing Your Memory

Reading and Studying

Taking Tests

Building Relationships, Valuing Diversity

Choosing a College Major and Career

Filters