How Much You Know About Skills and Tactics?

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    When you are talking to someone, which of these skills is useful?

    • Communication skills
    • Typing skills
    • Driving skills
    • None of these
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Do you think you know about skills and tactics? How much do you know about skills and tactics? This quiz is about these two things. Skills and tactics are useful whenever a person tries to do any task. People sometimes may confuse skill with tactic and vice versa. A tactic is used to achieve a goal. On the other hand, a skill is known as a foundational ability that is needed for 'playing' and using any tactic. Let's see what you really know.

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  • 2. 

    When you are preparing a dish, which of these skills is useful?

    • Fighting skills

    • Eating skills

    • Cooking skills

    • Communication skills

    Correct Answer
    A. Cooking skills
    Explanation
    Cooking skills are useful when preparing a dish as they involve knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavors. These skills enable a person to properly handle and cook ingredients, follow recipes, and create delicious and well-balanced meals. Communication skills may be helpful in a kitchen environment, but they are not specifically related to the act of preparing a dish.

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  • 3. 

    "Stephen thinks that he will focus on practical questions more than theoretical questions to score high."It's an example of

    • Skill

    • Tactic

    • Talent

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Tactic
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Stephen has a specific approach or strategy (tactic) in mind to achieve a high score. He believes that focusing more on practical questions rather than theoretical ones will help him achieve his goal. This indicates that Stephen is using a planned and deliberate method to maximize his chances of success.

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  • 4. 

    Which of these is a type of tactic?

    • Offensive

    • Defensive

    • Deceptive

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. All of these
    Explanation
    All of the options listed, offensive, defensive, and deceptive, are types of tactics. Offensive tactics involve actively attacking and putting pressure on the opponent, defensive tactics focus on protecting and defending one's position, and deceptive tactics involve misleading or tricking the opponent. Therefore, all of these options are valid types of tactics.

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  • 5. 

    What is talent?

    • Something a person is naturally good at

    • Something a person wants to achieve

    • A type of skill that comes through practice

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Something a person is naturally good at
    Explanation
    Talent refers to something that a person is naturally good at. It is an innate ability or aptitude that comes effortlessly to an individual without much effort or practice. It is a unique quality or skill that sets a person apart and allows them to excel in a particular area. This definition excludes the other options, as talent is not necessarily something a person wants to achieve nor is it solely a skill that comes through practice.

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  • 6. 

    Which of these is not a skill but a tactic?

    • Being able to dance well

    • Doing the smart work, not the hard work.

    • Being able to sing well

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Doing the smart work, not the hard work.
    Explanation
    The given question asks to identify the option that is not a skill but a tactic. The options "Being able to dance well" and "Being able to sing well" both refer to specific abilities or talents, which can be considered skills. On the other hand, "Doing the smart work, not the hard work" is a tactic that refers to a strategic approach or method of accomplishing tasks efficiently. Therefore, the correct answer is "Doing the smart work, not the hard work" as it is a tactic rather than a skill.

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  • 7. 

    "Paul thinks that he will run at a moderate speed at first and then run faster to win the race."It's an example of

    • Talent

    • Skill

    • Tactic

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Tactic
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Paul has a strategic plan to win the race. He plans to start at a moderate speed and then increase his pace later on. This indicates that he is using a tactic or strategy to outperform his competitors and increase his chances of winning.

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  • 8. 

    "Sam knows the perfect blend of spices and cooks very well."It's an example of

    • Skill

    • Talent

    • Tactic

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Skill
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Sam possesses the ability to blend spices perfectly and cook well. This indicates that Sam has acquired knowledge and expertise in cooking, which can be considered as a skill. Skills are developed through practice, training, and experience, and they enable individuals to perform specific tasks effectively. In this case, Sam's ability to cook well is a result of their culinary skills.

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  • 9. 

     Skills are the things one has learned to do well through

    • Talent

    • Training

    • Practice

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. All of these
    Explanation
    Skills are acquired through a combination of talent, training, and practice. Talent refers to natural abilities or aptitude in a particular area, which can provide a foundation for developing skills. Training involves formal education or instruction that helps individuals acquire knowledge and techniques. Practice is the process of repeatedly performing an activity or task to improve proficiency. Therefore, all of these factors contribute to the development and mastery of skills.

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  • 10. 

    "Nina has learned to ride bikes very fast."It's an example of

    • Talent

    • Tactic

    • Skill

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Skill
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Nina has acquired the ability to ride bikes quickly. This implies that she has developed a particular proficiency or expertise in bike riding, which is commonly referred to as a skill. Talent refers to a natural aptitude or ability, which may or may not be applicable in this context. Tactic typically refers to a specific plan or strategy, which does not fit the given scenario. Therefore, the correct answer is Skill.

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