Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to complete the following sentence.
Communication and interpersonal skills are ________ important in their own ways.
A. Each B. Both C. All D. Either
GATE 2014 · General Aptitude · Most Appropriate Word · easy
Answer: B. Both
Count the items being discussed: The sentence mentions two skills: 'communication' and 'interpersonal'. This is a reference to exactly two entities.
Eliminate incorrect options: 'Each' and 'Either' treat the items separately, not collectively. 'All' is for three or more. 'Both' refers to two items collectively, matching the sentence structure.
Confirm the answer: Communication and interpersonal skills are BOTH important in their own ways. This reads naturally and is grammatically correct.