Which of the following defines critical thinking skills?(1 point)

Question

the ability to judge a communication event or competition fairly and honestly
the ability to evaluate data, make connections, and draw conclusions in a rational, unbiased way
the ability to give your full attention to a speaker and respond in a way to improve mutual understanding
the ability to give a speech without any preparation or knowledge of the given topic

Answer 1

The option that best defines critical thinking skills is "the ability to evaluate data, make connections, and draw conclusions in a rational, unbiased way." This definition emphasizes the evaluation and reasoning aspects that are central to critical thinking.