Prerequisites refer to things that are required or necessary before something else can happen or be done. This could be:
* Courses or skills needed to take another course: For example, you might need to complete Algebra 1 before taking Geometry.
* Requirements for a job or promotion: You might need a certain level of experience or a specific certification to qualify for a particular position.
* Steps in a process: Building a house has prerequisites like obtaining permits and having a blueprint before construction can start.
In other words, prerequisites are the foundations or building blocks you need to have in place before moving on to something else.
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