Linus, Adjoa, and Jelani were all asked by their professor to take 60 seconds and list as many different uses for a note card as they could think of in that time frame. Jelani came up with two uses and Linus came up with only one. Adjoa, however, was able to come up with fourteen uses for a note card. Based on the research, which of the following is likely true of Adjoa?
A)She is a convergent thinker.
B)She prefers to think in a conventional manner.
C)She is experienced a mental set.
D)She is a divergent thinker.

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Adjoa's ability to come up with 14 uses for a note card in 60 seconds indicates that she is a divergent thinker, meaning she is able to generate multiple ideas and possibilities. This is a common characteristic of individuals who are creative and innovative.

Linus, Adjoa, and Jelani Were All Asked by Their Professor