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convergent thinking

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noun

  1. psychol analytical, usually deductive, thinking in which ideas are examined for their logical validity or in which a set of rules is followed, e.g. in arithmetic

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Whereas when they engage in very structured dance it helps their convergent thinking – trying to find the single answer to a problem.

From The Guardian • Jul. 30, 2011

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