Question

question 1 (multiple choice worth 5 points) (01.02r mc) which statement about curiosity and critical thinking is true? curiosity drives us to gather a broad range of information and evidence. curiosity encourages confirmation bias and strengthens existing beliefs. curiosity makes people more likely to avoid analysis of complex issues. curiosity makes us less likely to evaluate the credibility of sources.

Explanation:

To determine the true statement, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Curiosity is associated with a desire to learn and explore, so it logically drives people to collect diverse information and evidence for critical thinking.
• Option 2: Confirmation bias is about seeking information that confirms existing beliefs, which is the opposite of what curiosity (seeking new/ diverse info) does.
• Option 3: Curiosity typically leads to exploring complex issues, not avoiding them.
• Option 4: Critical thinking involves evaluating source credibility, and curiosity would encourage, not discourage, this evaluation as part of gathering reliable info.

Answer:

A. Curiosity drives us to gather a broad range of information and evidence.