Management - Marvel EDU

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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #4171 Short Management

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You will hear a recording. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

There's a management model that groups people according to four criteria. Clever, hardworking, stupid and lazy. Here lazy means having a rational determination not to carry out unnecessary tasks. It doesn't mean trying to avoid work all together. Most people display two of these characteristics, and the most valuable people are those who are both clever and lazy. They possess intellectual clarity and they don't rush into making decisions. They come up with solutions to save the time and energy spent by the stupid and hard working group. Instead of throwing more man-hours at a problem the clever and lazy group - looks for a more effective solution.

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stops looking for a solution starts seeking intellectual clarity ultimately does the unnecessary tasks looks for a more effective solution

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Option 4: "looks for a more effective solution"

Explanation: This option is correct as it directly reflects the text's main idea that the clever and lazy group seeks effective solutions rather than simply increasing effort. The phrase 'looks for a more effective solution' is explicitly stated in the text, aligning perfectly with the context.

Option 1: "stops looking for a solution"

Explanation: This option contradicts the main idea of the text, which emphasizes that the clever and lazy group actively seeks effective solutions rather than stopping their search. The text states that they 'look for a more effective solution,' making this option incorrect.

Option 2: "starts seeking intellectual clarity"

Explanation: While the text mentions that clever and lazy individuals possess intellectual clarity, this option does not align with the context of the sentence. The text focuses on their actions in problem-solving rather than initiating a search for clarity, making this option incorrect.

Option 3: "ultimately does the unnecessary tasks"

Explanation: This option is incorrect as it contradicts the text's assertion that the clever and lazy group avoids unnecessary tasks. The text highlights their ability to find effective solutions instead of engaging in unnecessary work, which makes this option inconsistent with the overall message.

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