Jan 14 lecture (online tutorial) Flashcards
1
Q
critical thinking
A
- the act of deliberately analyzing information so that you can make better judgements and decisions
- borad skill
2
Q
T/F we are always critical thinking
A
F
-its an intentional process
3
Q
How to become a better critical thinker
A
- ask questions
- what do i currently know
- how do i know this
4
Q
T/F behind every decision there are secret psychological factors that shape the way we think
A
T
5
Q
cognitive bia
A
-tendency to think a certain way without realizing
6
Q
status quo bias
A
-tendency to stick with what we know
7
Q
anchoring bias
A
-relying to heavily on the first thing we hear
8
Q
T/F stress can have an impact on the quality of our decisions
A
T
9
Q
choice overload
A
-having to many options and giving up choosing
10
Q
decision fatigue
A
- making lots of big decisions over a prolonged period therefore draining willpower
- makes it harder to say no
- can also make it harder to say yes
11
Q
how to make a decision
A
- identify problem
- initial response (tied to instincts or emotions)
- can also look at options rationally
- compare them
- create a points system
- pro/cons
- think about consequences
12
Q
mental tricks to make choices
A
- 2 minute diversion
- thinking in third person
- make decisions in confidence
