What is the difference between Convergent thinking and Divergent thinking?

Difference between Convergent thinking and Divergent thinking

CONVERGENT THINKING DIVERGENT THINKING
Convergent thinking is a type of thinking that involves finding the most effective answer to a problem.

 

Divergent thinking is a type of thinking that involves generating creative ideas to explore many possible solutions
There is only one right solution There can be multiple solutions
Uses deductive reasoning Uses inductive reasoning
Accurate, speedy, and logical Spontaneous, free-flowing, and non-linear
Takes less time Takes more time

 

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