HMS, BM EQ-Bank 529 MC

The table below compares personality traits typically observed in elite and recreational athletes.

Elite Athletes	Recreational Athletes
High competitive drive	Participation-focused
Strong determination	Enjoyment oriented
Consistent dedication to training	Balance with other life priorities
Willing to take performance risks	Socially motivated
High achievement motivation	Less driven to perfect skills

Based on this comparison, which statement most accurately explains how personality traits differ between elite and recreational athletes?

Elite athletes prioritise winning while recreational athletes prioritise participation
Recreational athletes have better visualisation skills than elite athletes
Elite athletes have less dedication than recreational athletes
Recreational athletes take more risks in practice than elite athletes

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\(A\)

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A is correct: The table indicates elite athletes have “high competitive drive” and “high achievement motivation” (focused on performance excellence), while recreational athletes are “participation-focused” and “enjoyment-oriented.”

Other Options:

B is incorrect: The table doesn’t mention visualisation skills for either group.
C is incorrect: The table explicitly shows elite athletes have “consistent dedication to training” while recreational athletes “balance with other life priorities.”
D is incorrect: The table indicates elite athletes are “willing to take performance risks” while recreational athletes are more “socially motivated.”