Question

the element of critical thinking known as _________ includes gathering information, facts, and evidence about a problem or issue from reliable sources.

analysis

communication

observation

problem - solving

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Analysis: Involves breaking down information, not gathering.
• Communication: Involves sharing information, not gathering.
• Observation: Involves gathering information, facts, and evidence from reliable sources, which matches the description.
• Problem - solving: Involves resolving issues, not primarily gathering information.

Answer:

C. observation