A memo from management announces that the printers are to be consolidated. What is a valid reason for this decision?

Question

Options

• AHaving less printers contributes to an energy cost reduction.
• BHaving less printers will encourage employees to walk more during the day.
• CHaving less printers will reduce polluted air in the office.

• A
  93% (26)
• B
  4% (1)
• C
  4% (1)

Explanation

Consolidating printers is a classic IT/facilities cost-reduction strategy - fewer devices means lower electricity consumption, fewer supply costs, and reduced maintenance contracts, making energy cost savings (A) the most business-logical justification. Option B is incorrect because encouraging employees to walk more is a wellness initiative, not a recognized driver for equipment consolidation decisions. Option C is a distractor: while printers do emit some VOCs and toner particles, "reducing polluted air" is not a standard or significant reason cited in business or IT management contexts for printer consolidation.

Memory tip: When a question asks for a valid business reason, look for the option tied to measurable cost or efficiency - money (energy, maintenance, supplies) is almost always the correct lens for management decisions.

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