The Difference Between a Capability and a Competence Is

question 51

Multiple Choice

The difference between a capability and a competence is

• A)a competence is core to a firm's operations.
• B)a capability is necessary to survive, but a competence is essential to thrive.
• C)a competence is necessary to survive, but a capability is essential to thrive.
• D)no difference in this textbook where they are taken as interchangeable.

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Definitions:

Positive Experience

Any event, situation, or interaction that results in a beneficial impact on an individual's feelings, perceptions, or life situation.

Compensation

The act of providing something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; or in a business context, the total of all rewards provided to employees in return for their services.

Self-Preservation

The instinct or behavior aimed at ensuring one's own safety and well-being, especially in response to threats.

Academic Perseverance

The sustained effort and persistence in pursuing and achieving educational goals despite challenges and obstacles.