Statement: "Company profits doubled after digital transformation."Inference:
Correct answer: A. Technology boosted productivity
- A. Technology boosted productivity
- B. Staff was fired
- C. Marketing failed
- D. Costs increased
Explanation
The correct inference from the statement 'Company profits doubled after digital transformation' is that 'Technology boosted productivity.' Digital transformations often involve implementing new technologies that streamline operations and increase efficiency, leading to higher productivity and profits. The other options are not aligned with the positive outcome described: 'Staff was fired' suggests a negative action without direct evidence in the statement; 'Marketing failed' contradicts the success indicated by the profit increase; 'Costs increased' would not typically result in doubled profits unless offset by other significant revenue gains, which is not mentioned in the statement.
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