Which term describes the practice of comparing what you already know with new information to decide whether you agree with it, requiring honesty, rationality, and open-mindedness?

• A. Critical Thinking
• B. Entrepreneur
• C. Personal Academic Plan
• D. Dual Credit Courses

Answer: (A)

Evaluating new information by comparing it to what you already know, while staying honest, rational, and open-minded, is the process of critical thinking. Critical thinking involves analyzing arguments, examining evidence, questioning assumptions, and weighing different viewpoints before deciding what to believe. In this scenario, the described practice fits perfectly because it describes using reasoned judgment to decide whether to accept or reject a claim based on prior knowledge and new information. The other options refer to a person who starts a business, a planning tool for academics, or courses taken for college credit, none of which describe the thinking approach involved here.