Which is defined as the motor procedure for tackling a motor task ?

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The term that is precisely defined as the motor procedure for tackling a motor task is **Technique**. Technique refers to the specific, systematic, and often optimal sequence of movements and mechanical actions required to perform a skill efficiently and successfully. It represents the "how-to" aspect of a movement, detailing the body positions, timing, and force application necessary to achieve a particular result, such as the proper grip and follow-through in a tennis serve. Mastery of a technique transforms a movement from a clumsy action into an efficient, controlled, and repeatable motor procedure, which is the foundational element of performance improvement in physical education.

The incorrect option is (1):
**Skill** is a broader concept that represents the *ability* to perform a task proficiently, efficiently, and with minimal effort, usually acquired through extensive practice and learning. While technique is a component of skill, skill encompasses the entire successful execution and outcome of the task. For example, "shooting a basketball" is a skill, but the specific way the hand and arm move to release the ball is the technique. Therefore, skill is the ultimate desired capacity, not the specific motor procedure used to execute it.

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**Style** refers to the unique and individual characteristics, personal adaptations, or aesthetic variations that a person brings to the execution of a technique. Technique is a universal model, but style is personalized, often reflecting a performer's physical characteristics, personality, or preference. For instance, two great runners may use the same sprint technique (e.g., block start, arm drive), but their individual running styles will have subtle differences. Style is an individual variation on the motor procedure, not the core motor procedure itself.

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**Tactics** are the strategic decisions, plans, and actions used by an individual or a team *during* a competition to outwit an opponent or exploit a situational advantage. Tactics involve mental and cognitive processes like decision-making, game reading, and applying skills at the most opportune moment. For instance, deciding to switch from defense to offense is a tactical move. Tactics dictate *when* to use a motor task, but they are entirely separate from the motor procedure (technique) used to execute the physical action.