Assertion: The terms ‘talent’ and ‘giftedness’ are often used inter - changeably.
Reasoning: Giftedness refers to remarkable ability in a specific field , while talent refers to exceptional general ability.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Although the terms ‘talent’ and ‘giftedness’ are often used inter - changeably, they mean different things. Giftedness is exceptional general ability shown in superior performance in a wide variety of areas. Talent is a narrower term and refers to remarkable ability in a specific field (e.g., spiritual, social, aesthetic, etc.). The highly talented are sometimes called ‘prodigies’.