WGU C168 CRITICAL LATEST
THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Which of the following problems has a solution that is widely accepted
by experts? - ANSWERS-What is the best medical approach for treating
alcohol poisoning?
A charitable organization is suffering from decreased donations. The
board of directors holds a meeting to address the problem; however, they
cannot reach a consensus on how to address the problem.
What critical thinking strategy might they adopt to help them make a
decision? - ANSWERS-They make a decision to gather more evidence
about the causes of their decreased donations.
A downtown group of restaurants is lobbying the city to close a
downtown street to cars along one city block in order to provide outdoor
dining for its patrons. They present a business plan to the city council
showing increased revenues for participating restaurants, increased
parking revenues for the city along side streets, and an overall economic
benefit for all of downtown. The source for the information on the
business plan is a study done by an independent research group that did
a study of 50 major cities that concluded that outdoor dining draws a
significantly larger population to downtown areas and helps revitalize
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, WGU C168 CRITICAL LATEST
THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
struggling downtown businesses. However, a residential neighborhood
group is opposed to the idea because they believe it will create more
noise and encourage drinking in their neighborhood. At the same city
council meeting, the neighborhood group presented a petition signed by
1500 people living i - ANSWERS-The restaurant group's presentation
contains probable accuracy.
Both groups' comments are irrelevant.
A newspaper article spotlights three people who are on a waiting list to
receive an organ donation. The article also urges readers to register for
organ donation. What implications of the proposed solution need to be
considered? - ANSWERS-The financial impact of organ donation on
health care costs.
The financial stability of the organ recipient.
In which of the following situations would critical thinking most
appropriately apply? - ANSWERS-Determining the best exercise to lose
weight.
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, WGU C168 CRITICAL LATEST
THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A motion in front of the city council in your city would increase the
number of streetlights in your neighborhood. The neighbor to your south
is appearing before the council to argue in favor of this motion. He
would like your support. The neighbor to your north is appearing before
the council to argue against this motion. She would also like your
support. You have listened to both arguments from your neighbors and
they both seem to make good points. You have decided to do a little
research yourself before you reach a decision.
Which of the following sources would be relevant to the decision you
are making? - ANSWERS-The website of the state chapter of a national
astronomy association, which always argues against additional lighting.
A study showing the latest crime statistics in your neighborhood, which
are broken out by "time of day."
The minutes from prior city council meetings discussing the issue and
leading up to tonight's vote.
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THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Which of the following problems has a solution that is widely accepted
by experts? - ANSWERS-What is the best medical approach for treating
alcohol poisoning?
A charitable organization is suffering from decreased donations. The
board of directors holds a meeting to address the problem; however, they
cannot reach a consensus on how to address the problem.
What critical thinking strategy might they adopt to help them make a
decision? - ANSWERS-They make a decision to gather more evidence
about the causes of their decreased donations.
A downtown group of restaurants is lobbying the city to close a
downtown street to cars along one city block in order to provide outdoor
dining for its patrons. They present a business plan to the city council
showing increased revenues for participating restaurants, increased
parking revenues for the city along side streets, and an overall economic
benefit for all of downtown. The source for the information on the
business plan is a study done by an independent research group that did
a study of 50 major cities that concluded that outdoor dining draws a
significantly larger population to downtown areas and helps revitalize
END OF
PAGE
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, WGU C168 CRITICAL LATEST
THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
struggling downtown businesses. However, a residential neighborhood
group is opposed to the idea because they believe it will create more
noise and encourage drinking in their neighborhood. At the same city
council meeting, the neighborhood group presented a petition signed by
1500 people living i - ANSWERS-The restaurant group's presentation
contains probable accuracy.
Both groups' comments are irrelevant.
A newspaper article spotlights three people who are on a waiting list to
receive an organ donation. The article also urges readers to register for
organ donation. What implications of the proposed solution need to be
considered? - ANSWERS-The financial impact of organ donation on
health care costs.
The financial stability of the organ recipient.
In which of the following situations would critical thinking most
appropriately apply? - ANSWERS-Determining the best exercise to lose
weight.
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, WGU C168 CRITICAL LATEST
THINKING AND LOGIC
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A motion in front of the city council in your city would increase the
number of streetlights in your neighborhood. The neighbor to your south
is appearing before the council to argue in favor of this motion. He
would like your support. The neighbor to your north is appearing before
the council to argue against this motion. She would also like your
support. You have listened to both arguments from your neighbors and
they both seem to make good points. You have decided to do a little
research yourself before you reach a decision.
Which of the following sources would be relevant to the decision you
are making? - ANSWERS-The website of the state chapter of a national
astronomy association, which always argues against additional lighting.
A study showing the latest crime statistics in your neighborhood, which
are broken out by "time of day."
The minutes from prior city council meetings discussing the issue and
leading up to tonight's vote.
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