Characteristics of a critical thinker include all but which of the following?
a. Haphazardly seeking solutions
b. Anticipating consequences
c. Considering alternative solutions
d. Revising actions based on new input
ANS: A
This is an example of a negative style question. "Haphazardly seeking solutions" is correct because a characteristic of a critical thinker is to systematically seek solutions, not to haphazardly seek solutions. All of the other options are characteristics of a critical thinker.
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