Passage: Trust stands commonly defined as being vulnerable to others. Entrepreneurship implies trust in others and willingness to…

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Passage: Trust stands commonly defined as being vulnerable to others. Entrepreneurship implies trust in others and willingness to expose oneself to betrayal. Trust in expert systems is the essence of globalizing behaviour; trust itself emerges as a super-commodity in the social market and defines the characteristics of goods and services in a global market. Trusting conduct also means holding others in good esteem, and an optimism that they are, or will be, competent in certain respects.

Which one of the following statements best reflects the crux of the passage?

1. A. Trustworthiness cannot be expected in entrepreneurship.
2. B. Trustworthy people are the most vulnerable people.
3. C. No economic activity is possible without being exposed to betrayal.
4. D. Trust is important though it entails risk. (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Trust is important though it entails risk.

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Trust is important though it entails risk..

Key Points

• The passage discusses how trust is central to entrepreneurship and globalisation despite the vulnerability it creates.
• Option D — "Trust is important though it entails risk" — is the most concise and accurate crux.
• Options A, B, C are contradictory to the passage's pro-trust message.