In this type of question, some issue/controversy/problem is provided along with a statement, followed by some methods to solve the problem. Select the appropriate problem-solving method that can be applied.
An employee is consistently late due to a long commute but is performing well. The manager wants to maintain discipline. What is a balanced approach?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
(1) Offer flexible start hours with a defined acceptable window
This is correct because flexible start hours with a fixed limit balance discipline and employee performance.
(2) Ignore the lateness because performance is good
Wrong, discipline will be affected.
(3) Fire the employee for lateness
Too extreme, because the employee performs well.
(4) Give Repeated warnings without change
This does not solve the problem.
Therefore, option (1) is the correct answer.