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In this question a small paragraph is given followed by three possible inferences which may or may not be correct. The question is then followed by five options. You have to choose the option which gives the best possible outcome.
89. Techniques to increase productivity in the performance of discrete tasks, by requiring less human labour in each step of the production process, are widely utilized. Consultants on productivity enhancement point out, however, that although these techniques achieve their specific goal, they are not without drawbacks. They often instill enough resentment in the work force eventually to lead to a slodown in the production process as a whole.
(I) The fact that productivity enhancement techniques are so widely employed has led to a decline in the ability of American business to complete abroad.
(II) Productivity enhancement techniques do not attain their intended purpose and should not be employed in the workplace.
(III) Ironically, an increase in the productivity of discrete tasks may result in a decrease in the productivity of the whole production process.

A

Only (I) is correct

B

Only (II) is correct

C

Only (III) is correct

D

Both (I) and (III) are correct

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C

Only option (c ) is correct, refer "slowdown in the production process as a whole". Other options are giving conclusions which were not intended by the statement at all.
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