Conclusion on pay cut taboo
XAT 2026 · Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning · Medium · Reading Comprehension
When it comes to innovation and entrepreneurship, most of us now believe that failure isn't a bad thing. In fact, it is often a necessary ingredient on the road to success. Because we know that success might come after numerous attempts, many of which might fail but eventually add up to that elusive success. Yet, when it comes to our individual careers, if there is one thing we still consider taboo, it is the dreaded pay cut. A pay cut is still considered as a mark of personal failure. We instinctively baulk from career options, no matter how interesting they might be, the moment we realize that we must accept a salary cut.
Which of the following can be BEST concluded from the passage?
- A.
If an employee cannot accept a pay cut, they cannot explore alternative career options.
- B.
When attempting to switch careers, an employee should be ready to take some risks.
- C.
Employees perceive their worth based on their current salaries.
- D.
An employee who is willing to accept a pay cut is an entrepreneurial person.
- E.
When an employee fails in their current job, prospective companies will hire them only if they accept a pay cut.
C
Explanation
The passage states that a pay cut is viewed as a "mark of personal failure", implying employees tie their self-worth directly to their current compensation level.
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