Courses of Action – Profitability needs cooperation in a mill Statement: “Without active cooperation between the proprietor and the employees, the mill cannot remain profitable for long.” Decide which action(s) logically follow.

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Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

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Introduction / Context:The statement explicitly identifies mutual cooperation as essential for sustained profitability. Logically, actions should seek to increase cooperation on both sides, not end operations. Given Data / Assumptions: Premise: Profitability depends on active cooperation between owner and employees. Proposed actions: I) close the mill; II) ask workers to cooperate with owners; III) ask owners to cooperate with employees. Concept / Approach:Pick actions that directly support the stated prerequisite (cooperation). Closing the mill contradicts the aim of restoring/maintaining profitability. Step-by-Step Solution: I (close the mill): Opposes the goal; does not follow.II (ask workers to cooperate): Aligns with the premise; follows.III (ask owners to cooperate): Cooperation is mutual by definition; follows. Verification / Alternative check: Best practices include joint consultative committees, productivity-linked incentives, and fair grievance redressal—promoting cooperation from both ends. Why Other Options Are Wrong: All follow / Only I and II / None: each either includes closure (illogical) or omits one party’s needed cooperation. Common Pitfalls: Treating cooperation as one-sided; proposing shutdowns instead of solutions. Final Answer:Only II and III follow

Courses of Action – Profitability needs cooperation in a mill Statement: “Without active cooperation between the proprietor and the employees, the mill cannot remain profitable for long.” Decide which action(s) logically follow.

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