Meaning of the Phrase 'You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks'
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What is the meaning of the phrase 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks'?

  • Teaching old dogs new tricks requires extra effort and patience.
  • Older individuals have a harder time learning new things compared to younger individuals.
  • Old dogs are not capable of learning new skills.
  • It is impossible to teach someone new things when they are set in their ways. (correct)

    • What does the expression 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks' imply?

  • Older individuals are resistant to change. (correct)
  • People become less adaptable as they get older.
  • It is challenging to teach older individuals new skills.
  • Older individuals are incapable of learning new things.

    • What does the saying 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks' suggest?

  • Learning becomes difficult as individuals grow older. (correct)
  • Older individuals need more encouragement to learn new things.
  • Older individuals have limited capacity to learn new things.
  • Older individuals are unwilling to learn new things.

    • What is the underlying message of the expression 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks'?

    <p>It is challenging to change established habits in older individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks' suggest?

    <p>Old dogs are unable to learn new things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying message of the expression 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks'?

    <p>Older people are set in their ways and less adaptable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks'?

    <p>Older people are resistant to change or learning new things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression imply about teaching old dogs new tricks?

    <p>It is challenging to teach old dogs new things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'Don't bite off more than you can chew' mean?

    <p>To not take on more than you can handle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'Don't bite off more than you can chew'?

    <p>To avoid attempting anything too challenging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'Don't bite off more than you can chew' suggest?

    <p>Avoid taking on overly ambitious tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'Don't bite off more than you can chew' imply?

    <p>To avoid taking on more than one can comfortably handle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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