# Divergent Thinking

> The creative process of generating multiple distinct solutions, perspectives, or possibilities before evaluating or narrowing them.

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## Definition

The creative process of generating multiple distinct solutions, perspectives, or possibilities before evaluating or narrowing them. Coined by psychologist J.P. Guilford, divergent thinking is the opposite of premature convergence — the tendency to lock onto the first reasonable answer. In strategic decision-making, divergent thinking expands the option space and prevents anchoring bias. Multi-expert AI systems are structurally designed for divergent thinking: each expert independently generates its own analysis, ensuring that the full range of perspectives is explored before synthesis begins.


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