When formal operational thinkers are faced with a problem, such as figuring out what combination of clear liquids will produce a blue liquid, they will
A) haphazardly mix liquids to find the correct combination.
B) become confused and irritated.
C) systematically test hypotheses about different combinations of liquids.
D) concentrate on trying to pour the liquids without spilling them.

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Formal operational thinkers are able to think hypothetically and systematically test different hypotheses to arrive at a solution. They would not resort to haphazard mixing or get confused and irritated. Pouring without spilling is not relevant to solving the problem. Therefore, the best choice is C, which reflects their systematic approach to problem-solving.

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