Which of the Following Questions Requires Divergent Thinking

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following questions requires divergent thinking?

• A)You are given two apples, three pears, and a banana.How many fruits do you have?
• B)What is the capital of New Mexico?
• C)What month has one extra day every 4 years?
• D)What invention would most improve your daily life?

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A process of learning in which, with the consistent coupling of two stimuli, a response that originally required the second stimulus for elicitation is later elicited by the first stimulus solely.

Neutral Stimulus

A stimulus that initially produces no specific response other than focusing attention, until paired with an unconditioned stimulus in classical conditioning.

Vicarious Punishment

A form of learning where an individual's tendency to perform a behavior is decreased after observing another individual being punished for that behavior.

Mediated

The process by which something is transmitted or carried from one entity or place to another, often through an intervening agent.