Think Better · 45 sec
Creative problem-solving
A compact thinking tool for spotting patterns and avoiding mistakes.
The useful idea
- The useful idea
Creative problem-solving is the mental process of searching for an original and previously unknown solution to a problem.
- How it works
To qualify, the solution must be novel and reached independently.
- Why it matters
The creative problem-solving process was originally developed by Alex Osborn and Sid Parnes.
Why this matters
Use Creative problem-solving as a quick check before trusting your first conclusion.
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Use Creative problem-solving as a quick check before trusting your first conclusion.
Test your recall
Which idea belongs to the explanation of Creative problem-solving?
- How it works
- The useful idea — correct
- Why it matters
Creative problem-solving is the mental process of searching for an original and previously unknown solution to a problem.