Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of critical thinking?

a. An open mind

b. A questioning attitude

c. Avoidance of oversimplification and overgeneralization

d. Reliance on conventional wisdom

The correct answer is option d. Reliance on conventional wisdom.

Explanation:

Critical thinking is that type of thinking that leads us to analyze, synthesize and question known information, in an objectively way to offer a reasoned analysis.

As critical thinkers we are forced to question conventional thoughts, always looking for other alternatives to what is commonly known. That is why the correct answer is option D.