Performance of a skill in the associative phase of skill acquisition is characterized by
A) being completely automatic and unconscious.
B) the absence of any errors.
C) fewer errors than in the cognitive phase.
D) extreme concentration and many errors.

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The associative phase of skill acquisition is characterized by fewer errors than in the cognitive phase as the performer starts to refine their movements and actions based on feedback and practice. The skill is not yet completely automatic, so extreme concentration and very few errors are not expected at this stage.

Performance of a Skill in the Associative Phase of Skill