Difference between transpose and transfer

[Guest]

Test No. incompl/advan-31 "Letter Writing (3)", question 9

I am sure I could ......... my skills as a waiter to the tasks that are needed for your advertised post.

(a) transfer
(b) translate
(c) transpose
(d) transverse

Test No. incompl/advan-31 "Letter Writing (3)", answer 9

I am sure I could transfer my skills as a waiter to the tasks that are needed for your advertised post.

Correct answer: (a) transfer

Your answer was: incorrect
I am sure I could transpose my skills as a waiter to the tasks that are needed for your advertised post.
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"transpose" does have a similar meaning like "transfer" - where is the difference?

[Alan]

They are similar and there are many more that are also similar as English is rich in alternatives but believe me skills are TRANSFERRED.
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