Question

Saber y Conocer
Both of these verbs mean "to know", but each is only used in certain situations. For each of the sentences below, select whether you would use "saber" or "conocer".

My parents know how to dance very well.
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1 point
Saber
Conocer

I don't know your brother.
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1 point
Saber
Conocer

The children know their phone numbers.
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1 point
Saber
Conocer

Do you know how to do this math problem?
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1 point
Saber
Conocer

I've known Mrs. Hansard for 4 years.
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1 point
Saber
Conocer

Answer 1

Here are the appropriate choices for each sentence:

1. My parents know how to dance very well.
**Saber** (because it refers to knowing how to do something)

2. I don't know your brother.
**Conocer** (because it refers to being familiar with a person)

3. The children know their phone numbers.
**Saber** (because it refers to knowing specific information)

4. Do you know how to do this math problem?
**Saber** (because it refers to knowing how to do something)

5. I've known Mrs. Hansard for 4 years.
**Conocer** (because it refers to being familiar with a person over time)

So, the answers are:
1. Saber
2. Conocer
3. Saber
4. Saber
5. Conocer