Which option is NOT one of the six key principles of practice conditions?

• A. Practice with purpose
• B. Practice the right things
• C. Practice without feedback
• D. Practice when motivated

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is how practice should be structured to promote real skill growth: focused, purposeful work with guidance and feedback that helps you refine technique. Saying you’ll practice without feedback goes against that approach, because feedback is how you know what to adjust and where you’re improving. Without it, you can’t steer practice effectively, reinforce correct movements, or correct errors in time.

The other options fit well with this approach. Practicing with a clear purpose keeps your efforts aligned with specific targets, so each repetition serves a meaningful outcome. Practicing the right things ensures you’re training the skills that really matter for performance, rather than wasting time on less important tasks. Motivation can fluctuate, but the principles of practice conditions emphasize setting up structured practice that works even when motivation isn’t at its peak, rather than relying on motivation alone.