fundamentals of instructingFAA-published sample question (FOI, Aug 2021)
Which statement is true regarding flight instructor responsibilities?
A
The flight instructor should motivate learners by using harsh criticism if a learner needs a behavioral change.
B
The flight instructor should prepare the learner to become a safe pilot who takes a professional approach to flying.✓ Correct Answer
C
The flight instructor should avoid admitting personal errors, so learner confidence in the instructor is not undermined.
Explanation
The handbook says a flight instructor's goal is to produce a safe pilot who has a professional approach to flying. Harsh criticism damages learning, and instructors should admit their own errors, which models professionalism and builds trust.
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