TOEIC 리스닝 파트 4 — 문제
지문
Good morning, everyone. This is the quarterly earnings call for TechSolutions Inc. I’m Sarah Chen, the CFO. We’re pleased to report strong financial results for the third quarter ending September 30th. Revenue increased by 15% year-over-year, reaching $50 million. Net income grew by 10% to $5 million. These results were driven by higher sales in our software division and successful cost-control measures across the company. Looking ahead, we anticipate continued growth in the fourth quarter, though we are also managing some unexpected expenses related to our upcoming office renovation. We expect the renovation to improve our workspace efficiency and employee well-being. Further details on the renovation timeline will be shared next week. Thank you. We will now open the floor for questions.
문제
What is the predicted outcome of the office renovation?
보기
- A. It will increase expenses significantly.
- B. It will be completed by the end of the year.
- C. It is primarily for the sales department.
- D. It is expected to boost employee well-being. ✓
정답
D. It is expected to boost employee well-being.
해설
📖 지문해석 — This is a quarterly earnings call for TechSolutions Inc. The CFO reports strong financial results for the third quarter, with revenue up 15% to $50 million and net income up 10% to $5 million, driven by software sales and cost controls. Future growth is anticipated, but unexpected expenses for an upcoming office renovation are being managed.
📝 정답이유 — The correct answer is hinted at by the phrase "unexpected expenses related to our upcoming office renovation." While the passage doesn't directly state the renovation will "boost employee well-being," it's the most logical inference among the choices given the context of an office renovation often aiming to improve the workspace. The other options are not supported by the text.
💡 실전팁 — For Part 4, listen for the overall purpose of the announcement. If the topic is an office renovation, consider common associated benefits like improved employee comfort or productivity, which are often implied rather than explicitly stated.
📊 오답분석 — X) It will increase expenses significantly. — The passage mentions "unexpected expenses," but doesn't quantify them as "significant." X) It will be completed by the end of the year. — There is no mention of a completion date. X) It is primarily for the sales department. — The passage refers to renovating the "office," not a specific department.