Creative Problem-Solving Quiz

Which model breaks the creative problem-solving process into six linear steps?

• Basadur Simplex

• Isaken and Treffinger

• Procter and Gamble

• McMaster University

Which step involves generating options in the problem-solving process?

• Fact Finding

• Idea Finding

• Evaluating and Selecting

• Action Planning

Which step involves selecting the best options in the problem-solving process?

• Fact Finding

• Evaluating and Selecting

• Idea Finding

• Action Planning

What is the role of a "bird dog" in the implementing quadrant?

• To generate new ideas

• To conceptualize problems

• To ensure procedures stick

• To optimize solutions

What is the blend of styles called in Basadur's research?

• Problem-solving method

• Creative problem-solving style

• Innovation process

• Abstract thinking style

What do individuals in the optimizing style often lack patience with?

• Abstract ideas

• Dreaming about additional ideas

• Logical evaluation

• Implementing plans

What does an organization with too many generators struggle with?

• Carrying ideas to conclusion

• Generating new ideas

• Hiring new employees

• Maintaining short-term results

What role does the generator play in the problem-solving process?

• Raises information and possibilities

• Implements solutions

• Evaluates ideas

• Optimizes plans

What is the role of the conceptualizer in the problem-solving process?

• Pulls together facts and idea fragments

• Implements solutions

• Optimizes plans

• Generates new ideas

How do some individuals and organizations prefer to learn, as mentioned in the text?

• Through reading books

• Through direct, concrete experiencing

• Through watching videos

• Through listening to lectures