Question

Read the following sentences carefully.
1. The hybrid workplace is failing to live up to expectations in a number of ways.
2. By one estimate, spending an average of three days each week in the office can limit encounters between any two workers by 64% compared with pre-pandemic norms.
3. Many people hanker after the socializing, camaraderie and shared experience, even if getting used to it may take time.
4. For one thing, it is no substitute for the buzz and the chatter of the pre-pandemic office.
5. Even small amount of remote work can have a big impact on the frequency of face-to-face interactions in the office.
Which of the following options BEST arranges the above sentences in a logical sequence?

• A. 1, 4, 3, 5, 2
• B. 2, 5, 3, 4, 1
• C. 1, 4, 2, 3, 5
• D. 3, 5, 4, 1, 2
• E. 1, 2, 4, 3, 5

Hint:

When arranging sentences logically, look for a natural flow of ideas. Start with a general statement, provide specific examples or evidence, and finish with a conclusion or impact.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the context.
The sentences discuss challenges faced by the hybrid workplace, including the impact on socializing and face-to-face interactions in the office. The flow of sentences should follow a logical progression, starting from the hybrid workplace's failure to meet expectations, and then supporting that with specific examples.
Step 2: Evaluating the options.
- (A) 1, 4, 3, 5, 2: This option mixes sentences that don't flow logically, such as placing "small amount of remote work" before explaining the impact of remote work.
- (B) 2, 5, 3, 4, 1: The sequence does not lead to a logical conclusion, as the last sentence (1) introduces the issue but does not wrap up the argument.
- (C) 1, 4, 2, 3, 5: This option logically presents the argument: it starts with the general statement (1), provides an example (4), then quantifies the impact (2), follows with social consequences (3), and ends with the effect of remote work (5). This is the correct order.
- (D) 3, 5, 4, 1, 2: This option jumps between unrelated points, so it is not the best sequence.
- (E) 1, 2, 4, 3, 5: This option doesn't follow a natural progression, as sentence 4 comes before explaining the example (sentence 2).
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (C) 1, 4, 2, 3, 5, as this order logically connects the sentences.