Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a creative problem solver?

A) self confidence
B) tolerance for ambiguity
C) frustrates easily
D) accepts risks readily

Answer: C
Explanation: A creative person has faith in his or her ability to solve problems, can hold conflicting ideas without abandoning them, and will take intellectual risks. A trait that a creative person cannot have is to be easily frustrated as the creative process usually requires finding countless "wrong" answers to a question before a "right" answer emerges.