Difference between 'I want to' and 'I like to'

[Lopez]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #154 "English grammar and vocabulary questions", question 4

Good afternoon. I ......... see the manager, please.

(a) will
(b) wish
(c) like to
(d) want to

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #154 "English grammar and vocabulary questions", answer 4

Good afternoon. I want to see the manager, please.

Correct answer: (d) want to

Your answer was: incorrect
Good afternoon. I like to see the manager, please.
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What's the difference between i want to and i like to?

Lopez

[Mister Micawber]

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I like to = I enjoy the repeated habit of. I like to ski.
I would like to = I want to, but is more polite.
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