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The Joke Model Of Creative Thinking
John W. Cooley
ABSTRACT: The two basic principles of achieving creative results are: (1) conflict or incongruity of some type precedes all creative results; and (2) conflict or incongruity resolution, involving the application of creativity, is the process which produces creative results. The structure of a standard joke offers a clear illustration of these principles.

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