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Question 107

Which sentences correctly use learn for acquiring knowledge or skill? Select all that apply.

  1. The child will learn to swim this summer.Correct answer
  2. The analyst learned that the figures were outdated.Correct answer
  3. The coach will learn the players a new formation.
  4. This manual learns readers how to repair the pump.

Explanation

The child acquires a skill and the analyst discovers information, so learn is correctly directed toward the person gaining knowledge. A coach teaches players, and a manual teaches readers; learn cannot replace teach in those structures.

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