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MENTAL MODEL · M2505

Ambiguity Tolerance

Ambiguity Tolerance
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

A psychological trait characterized by the ability to face uncertain, complex, or contradictory information without excessive anxiety, without the need to immediately seek definitive answers, and to continue working effectively.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Coping with the VUCA era. High ambiguity tolerance is a core quality of innovators. It allows us to remain in a state of 'not knowing the answer' for longer, thereby discovering deeper solutions.

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Anchor fast decisions

Individuals differ in their emotional and cognitive tolerance for uncertain information. Those with high tolerance remain open and exploratory in ambiguity, not driven by anxiety to prematurely conclude.

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