alleryWhich fits the Scriven and Paul view of critical thinking?
ADisciplined evaluation of information
BAccurate memorizing of many facts
CQuick reaction to new ideas
DAcceptance of received wisdom
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Disciplined evaluation of information
1. Scriven and Paul (1987) defined critical thinking as an intellectually disciplined process.
2. It involves actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing or evaluating information as a guide to belief and action.
3. Memorizing or quick agreement is not critical thinking.
_Source: Wikipedia, Critical thinking, Definitions_
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