Convergent and divergent thinking
- Convergent thinking. When we want to solve a problem, we tend to look for useful facts to guide us to the correct answer. This type of thinking works well when the problem is straightforward and requires a reasonable solution.
- Divergent thinking. For more complex problems, focusing on facts to get a specific answer may be too narrow. Divergent thinking, where we explore many ideas, can create unexpected connections that lead to interesting solutions.
Convergent thinking is based on prior knowledge, while divergent thinking is based on imagination.
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