Question

A thorough knowledge of the path or course to be followed is essential for achieving success.
A. Seniors must show the path clearly by laying down the precise expectations of the management in terms of job description, key result areas and personal targets.
B. They should also ‘light the path’ by personal example.
C. Advice tendered or help offered must be objectively evaluated for its effectiveness in achieving the desired goal.
D. A display of arrogance and a false sense of ‘self-worth’, in order to belittle those who come to help, prove dysfunctional.
6. The individuality of each employee must be respected.

• A. CDAB
• B. CADB
• C. BADC
• D. ABCD

Hint:

For leadership and management sequencing questions, arrange sentences so that they progress from evaluation of methods, to clear instructions, to leading by example, and finally to warnings or concluding remarks.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The opening line emphasizes the importance of knowing the right path to achieve success. The next sentence should logically discuss the importance of evaluating guidance to ensure it helps reach the goal. Sentence C — "Advice tendered or help offered must be objectively evaluated..." — is the best fit because it deals directly with the quality of the guidance received.
Following C, the passage should naturally move to the role of leaders in providing direction. Sentence A — "Seniors must show the path clearly..." — fits here because it elaborates on how management can help employees understand their roles and responsibilities.
Once leaders have shown the way, the next step is to set an example through action. Sentence D does not fit here because it is negative in tone, so instead we go to B — "They should also ‘light the path’ by personal example." — which complements A by adding that leaders must lead through action as well as instruction.
Finally, sentence D — "A display of arrogance and a false sense of ‘self-worth’..." — serves as a cautionary conclusion, warning against negative attitudes that undermine the process of guidance and leadership. This naturally leads into sentence 6, which balances the caution with the positive directive to respect individuality.
Thus, the correct sequence is C → A → B → D, which matches option (b) CADB.