Shelley Is Attempting to Solve a Problem and at This

question 176

Multiple Choice

Shelley is attempting to solve a problem and at this point in time, she is trying to generate as many solutions as possible and to incorporate new and unusual ideas into her potential solutions. Which of the following best describes Shelley's thinking processes at this time?

• A) She is engaged in convergent thinking.
• B) She is engaged in confirmatory thinking.
• C) She is engaged in propositional thinking.
• D) She is engaged in divergent thinking.

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