Which of the following is more likely to enhance critical thinking among learners in mathematics?

Option 4 : What will be the length and breadth of rectangle with perimeter 24 cm?

Critical thinking is the ability to apply logic and reasoning to unfamiliar events ideas and concepts. It is the act of judging or analyzing facts for my events or data. It necessitates thorough analysis, evaluation, and explanation.

Ways to enhance critical thinking:

• As critical thinking is examining an idea or concept from as many perspectives as possible so children must be provided with the questions that encourage them to observe things in an open-minded way.
• Asking open-ended questions that require a detailed answer with proper explanation will be a useful tool for enhancing critical thinking in children as it helps to discover new ideas. For example, what will be the length and breadth of a rectangle with a perimeter of 24 cm?
• This question will encourage children to think independently. Children are encouraged to use their higher-order cognitive skills to create new ideas and explanations by combining original and known ideas.

Hence, we conclude that option 4 is more likely to enhance critical thinking among learners in mathematics.

Whereas the other 3 questions are close-ended questions that will not develop critical thinking among students.