Read the statement: 'Although whistleblower protections have been strengthened by departmental orders, many employees remain hesitant to report irregularities due to fear of subtle workplace retaliation.'\nWhat is the author's underlying tone?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. realistic and cautious about the effectiveness of existing administrative safeguards
- Step 1: The sentence contrasts formal policy improvements ('Although whistleblower protections...') with ongoing human hesitation ('many remain hesitant...'). Step 2. This reflects a balanced, realistic, and cautious tone. Answer: realistic and cautious about the effectiveness of existing administrative safeguards. Why not the others: The author is neither euphoric, indifferent, nor vindictive.
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