Multiple choice softskills communication

With a ________ gesture, she reminded him to mind his manners.

  1. discrete

  2. discreet

  3. either a or b

  4. none of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

'Discreet' means careful, subtle, or unnoticeable, exactly what's needed for reminding someone about manners politely. 'Discrete' means separate or distinct (like discrete math). The gesture was subtle, not separate.

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