The car of a person who drives every day to work broke down, and the repairs are estimated to be very expensive. The commuter wants to save money and protect the environment. Which question asked by the commuter reflects divergent thinking? "How much would I save if I took the bus to work instead of fixing the car?" "What alternatives do I have to get to work if I don't fix my car?" "Between bus, train, and car, which mode of transportation takes the least amount of time to get to work?" "Would taking the commuter train be better for the environment than driving?"

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Kira Escobar

Social Studies

10 September, 06:40

The car of a person who drives every day to work broke down, and the repairs are estimated to be very expensive. The commuter wants to save money and protect the environment. Which question asked by the commuter reflects divergent thinking? "How much would I save if I took the bus to work instead of fixing the car?" "What alternatives do I have to get to work if I don't fix my car?" "Between bus, train, and car, which mode of transportation takes the least amount of time to get to work?" "Would taking the commuter train be better for the environment than driving?"

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Amigo · Answer 1

What alternatives do i have to get to work if i don't fix my car?

Explanation:

Divergent thinking: Facing a difficult situation divergent thinker tends to look at different possible outcomes for a single problem, this enhance the ability to understand the problem and also will give different options to chose from.

For the current case: Thinking about different alternatives other than fixing car will give the commuter different ideas of how can he reach at his work, and save money + environment simultaneously.

Oliver Cuevas · Answer 2

The question that reflects divergent thinking is: What alternatives do I have to get to work if I don't fix my car?

Explanation:

Divergent Thinking simply means the thought process which results in the generation of creative ideas through the exploration of possible solutions to achieve results.

This type of thinking is usually free-flowing and spontaneous.

Therefore, in exploring the alternatives available for him to get to work if he doesn't fix the car, he will be able to come with possible solutions that will be affordable and environment friendly.