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synthetic thinking

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Noun1.synthetic thinking - the combination of ideas into a complex whole
abstract thought, logical thinking, reasoning - thinking that is coherent and logical


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In the current study, blood levels of PCBs up to 2 parts per billion (ppb) did not appear to affect executive functioning, but beyond that threshold, any increases in serum levels ranging from 2 ppb to 32 ppb of PCBs were associated with deteriorating performance in reflective cognition, higher order synthetic thinking, anticipation, and planning, reported Dr.
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Plan, published in book form (priced at 12 shillings and sixpence), was a triumph of synthetic thinking, allied to clear statements of aspiration, and an admirable use of English, admittedly that of the administrative class, but devoid of jargon and cliche.
Synthetic thinking that does not seek to reduce them to their ultimate constituents will be required.
 
 
 
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