Efficiency vs. Effectiveness
Efficiency (noun) is the ability to perform some task with minimal waste of time, space, or other resources.
Examples:
1. "My efficiency at work was cause for my promotion."
2. "Efficiency is important when you have multiple tasks to complete within a short period of time."
Effectiveness (noun) is the ability to produce a desired outcome or result.
2. (adj.) [effective]
Examples:
1. "My study skills are effective because I always receive an A on my tests."
2. "Before firing my co-worker, my boss offered him job effectiveness training."
Let's use both words together in a sentence:
"If you complete this task effectively, then you must make efficient use of your time."
Circle the Correct Answer:
1. Our teacher says we will finish our work more quickly if we are effective/efficient with our time.
2. During my 30 day review, my boss told me that I am efficient / effective in my current position at work.
Answers: efficient, effective
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