Unreasonable lack of skill in performing professional duties describes which term?

• A. Professional Misconduct
• B. Incompetence
• C. Negligence
• D. Malpractice

Answer: (A)

This question is about whether someone has enough ability to perform professional duties to the expected standard. An unreasonable lack of skill reflects not meeting the level of competence required for the role, so the term that fits best is incompetence. Incompetence describes not being capable enough to perform core duties safely and effectively.

It’s helpful to contrast with related ideas: negligence involves failing to act with the care a reasonable professional would exercise, which can cause harm; malpractice is professional negligence that leads to harm; professional misconduct covers unethical or improper conduct or violations of professional rules, not just a lack of skill.