Smart individuals are keen, and even if you're all looking at the same thing, they'll see more than the rest of you. They'd like to know how something was built, what went through the mind of the object's creator, and the specifics of everything that went into making the piece. This helps children become more creative and problem solvers by allowing them to identify hidden patterns in objects.

2. Gaps and loopholes

They'll always question themselves how they can make a situation better. What are the gaps in this research, and what motivates them to explore for solutions? However, this is something that many individuals overlook. They are quick to spot flaws and deficiencies in everything, with the goal of improving rather than criticizing.

3. Trust in their guts.