In this experiment, first you will read the definition of creativity in the following, and then complete a survey to rate how central different traits are to creativity.

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Creativity Definition

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Creativity experts agree that the essence of creativity is the ability to 'think outside the box.' That is, creativity involves coming up with an idea that is truly original and different from what has come before it. Creative people are those who have the ability to see the world differently from the average person, and to create things that don't conform to traditions.

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Creativity Definition

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Creativity experts agree that the essence of creativity is the ability to 'connect the dots.' That is, creativity involves coming up with an idea that synthesize or blends exsiting ideas in an original way. Creative people are those who have the ability to see the connection between seemingly disparate ideas, and to create things that bring those ideas together in a unique way.

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What is the definition of creativity (a brief definition would suffice)?

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This study is about evaluating the centrality of different traits to creativity, and whether prototypical masculine traits are perceived to be more central to creativity than prototypical feminine traits. Please kindly do not share this information with other turkers, as they might be potential participants of this study.