The Verification Stage of Creative Thought

question 233

Multiple Choice

The verification stage of creative thought

• A)involves a rapid insight or series of insights.
• B)involves subconscious processing of the problem and possible solutions.
• C)involves a saturation of information pertinent to the problem.
• D)occurs when the creative thinker tests and evaluates his or her solution.

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Definitions:

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow in 1943, which posits that people are motivated by five basic categories of needs: physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization, addressed in ascending order.

Cultural Values

The collective principles, norms, and ideals that shape a society or organization's behavior and beliefs.

Self-Actualization

Bringing to fruition one's natural talents and possibilities, viewed as an essential impulse or requirement inherent in everyone.

Goal Difficulty

Describes how challenging a set goal is to achieve, which can influence motivation and effort levels.