Question

1. critical thinking is the process of _____.

a. evaluating information, then reaching a conclusion or making a decision
b. searching for jobs, then applying and interviewing
c. distrusting new ideas
d. evaluating the need, then developing business

1. you will never stop learning better ways to solve problems if you are open to _____.

a. overtime
b. promotion
c. change
d. evaluation

1. when a problem-solving team includes a close-minded person, that individual is one who _____.

a. does not get along well with others
b. lacks work ethics
c. tries to sabotage the project
d. distrusts any new ideas and resists change

1. the first step to solving a problem is to _____.

a. find a solution
b. define it
c. ask for help
d. have a plan

1. a common problem on the job site that contributes to delays is _____.

a. closed-mindedness
b. fear of change
c. absenteeism
d. personality conflicts

1. if you see a potential source of delay on a project, _____.

a. ask a co-worker to determine the problem
b. stop working on your task until the problem is solved
c. notify your supervisor immediately
d. monitor the problem until it reaches an urgent stage

1. the way you speak, act, and interact with others is referred to as your _____.

a. work ethic
b. fear of change
c. professionalism
d. self-presentation skills

1. being dependable means _____.

a. showing up for work on time, every day
b. reporting co-workers who stretch out lunch hours and breaks
c. leaving work early once youve finished a task
d. finishing tasks no earlier than their scheduled date

Explanation:

Question 7

Critical thinking involves analyzing and evaluating information to form a conclusion or make a decision. Option a matches this definition. Option b is about job search, c is negative (critical thinking doesn't mean distrusting new ideas), d is about business development, not critical thinking.

Being open to change allows learning new problem - solving methods. Overtime (a) is about work hours, promotion (b) is career advancement, evaluation (d) is assessment, not related to learning new ways.

A close - minded person distrusts new ideas and resists change. Option a is about getting along, b about work ethics, c about sabotage, which are not the traits of a close - minded person in a team context.

Answer:

a. evaluating information, then reaching a conclusion or making a decision

Question 8