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1. Why is critical thinking essential today? a. We need to use critical thinking before we believe, say, or do something. b. We need to use critical thinking to make a connection with others. c. We need to use critical thinking to achieve the "same understanding" in communication. d. (all of the above)
2. Which of the following is/are true about critical thinking? a. Critical thinking involves applying standards to our thinking. b. Critical thinking involves believing in the quality of our thinking. c. Critical thinking involves accepting what our brain tells us. d. (all of the above)
3. Which of the following is required for being an effective critical thinker? a. Having parents with critical thinking skills b. Having a willingness to practice critical thinking c. Having an instructor who emphasizes critical thinking d. (all of the above)
4. Which of the following statements shows effective critical thinking? a. "My instructor said this was true, and I always trust him/her. b. "I shouldn't believe everything that I think." c. "I don't have much time, so I will trust my gut feelings." d. (none of the above)
5. Which of the following is an effective way to use critical thinking in business? a. Identify my customer's personal needs by using receiver analysis b. Use feedback to make sure my coworker and I share the same understanding c. (both of the above) d. (none of the above)
6. Which of the following is an effective way to use critical thinking in business? a. Expand my level of self-awareness by asking appropriate questions b. Accept new information only when it matches my current thinking c. (both of the above) d. (none of the above)
7. What critical thinking question(s) should one ask to avoid the major barrier "Blind Spots"? a. Have I had my vision tested lately? b. Could I be missing something important? c. What am I not seeing (or thinking about)? d. (both b and c above)
8. Using Google to find answers to one's school assignment would best illustrate which of the following critical thinking barriers? a. Unreliable sources b. Confirmation bias c. Social biases d. (both a and b above)
9. Using my own needs as a "standard" instead of trying to empathize with my coworker's needs would best illustrate which critical thinking barrier? a. Blind Spots b. Gut Feelings c. Unreliable Sources d. Self-Centered Focus
10. Asking a trusted supervisor to proofread my press release would best illustrate which critical thinking standard? a. Admit My Limitations b. Seek Creative Change c. Consider Long-Term Goals d. Create Effective Solutions