'Discrete' and 'Discreet'

Directions: In the following questions a pair of similar sounding words is provided. You are required to select the options that <strong>MOST APPROPRIATELY</strong> describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. 'Discrete' means separate and distinct categories of objects, and 'discreet' means misuse of authority
  2. B. 'Discrete' means separate and distinct categories of objects, and 'discreet' means maintaining confidentiality ✓
  3. C. 'Discrete' means being careful in what one says or does, and 'discreet' means separate and distinct categories of objects
  4. D. 'Discrete' means misuse of authority and 'discreet' means being careful in what one says or does

Correct Answer: B. 'Discrete' means separate and distinct categories of objects, and 'discreet' means maintaining confidentiality

Explanation

The word 'discrete' means individually separate and distinct, whereas 'discreet' means careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially to maintain confidentiality.

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