XAT 2020 Question 29
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We have to choose the statements which will substantiate Shabnam's thinking that the frequency of travel is higher than required.
Statement 1 can be dismissed as it will do the opposite job.
Statement 2 can also be dismissed as it is not true for all the employees. Also, this situation is subject to change as more of them get married.
Statement 3 is a valid point. As their fixed salaries are low and travelling improves their financial health, the sales executives are more inclined to take more trips than necessary.
Statement 4 is also valid as frequent visits are not required if they don't have any effect on the budget, even though the margins are high in sales. This would mean that there is no advantage to frequent travel.
Statement 5 is also valid. Since the executives have the autonomy to decide the frequency of travel, they can travel more than required.
Thus, 3, 4 and 5 are valid points to substantiate Shabnam's thinking.
Hence, the answer is option C.