A manager at a tech startup has observed a significant decrease in team collaboration over the past two years. A recent analysis by an external advisor revealed that collaboration levels have fallen by 40% during this period. In response, the manager has proposed a new initiative where team members will receive bonuses based on project success.

Which of the following, if true, would support the manager's initiative as a logical approach to improve collaboration?

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Employees are more motivated by recognition than by monetary rewards.

Research shows that financial incentives can enhance teamwork and collaboration among employees.

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The decline in collaboration is primarily due to the lack of clear communication from upper management.

The external advisor's recommendations have historically led to positive outcomes for the company.

The overall performance of the company is suffering more from external market conditions than from internal collaboration issues.

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To determine which statement supports the manager's initiative logically, we need to analyze the context. The manager's proposal is to offer bonuses based on project success to improve collaboration. For this plan to be effective, there must be a connection between financial incentives and improved collaboration. Option B states that 'Research…

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can identify the unstated assumption a critical-reasoning argument depends on.

Common trap

Picking an option that strengthens the argument or is merely relevant instead of one that is required.