I believe its D. The author provides commonsense examples to refute the counterclaim :)
Exploratory Thinker
exploratory thinkers are usually more independent and adventurous as well as inventive
The pre writing stage of the writing process include selecting a subject, setting a purpose and DETERMINING THE MAIN IDEA OF YOUR ESSAY AND ORGANIZING YOUR IDEAS AND FACTS IN A WAY THAT DEVELOP YOUR MAIN IDEA.
Pre writing stage is the phase of the writing process which involves gathering and selecting of ideas to write on.
