For a class project,Mukisa read about the results of several studies investigating the causes of schizophrenia.Some of the studies indicated that schizophrenia is genetic,while others indicated that schizophrenia could be triggered by environmental factors.Eventually,Mukisa had to accept that schizophrenia is a complicated disease,and that there probably is not a clear-cut reason why some people develop it.This illustrates what critical thinking habit?
A)examining assumptions and biases
B)examining the nature and source of the evidence
C)tolerating ambiguity
D)considering alternatives

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Tolerating ambiguity involves accepting that there may not be a clear-cut answer or explanation to a complex issue, which is exactly what Mukisa had to do when studying the causes of schizophrenia. The other critical thinking habits listed (examining assumptions and biases, examining the nature and source of the evidence, considering alternatives) are important as well, but in this particular scenario, tolerating ambiguity was the most relevant.

For a Class Project,Mukisa Read About the Results of Several