PONDEROUS
Option (d) is the correct answer. ‘Ponderous’ means ‘slow and clumsy because of great weight.’, the synonym of ponderous is ‘unwieldy’ which means ‘(of an object) difficult to move because of its size, shape, or weight.’ ‘Facile’ means ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial. ‘Exorbitant’ means (of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high. ‘Cautious’ means (of a person) careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.
Non-partisanship refers to:
When a public servant accepts a gift from a vendor, what ethical principle is at risk?
Why is effective networking important in the workplace?
What is a primary consideration in supplier selection during the procurement process?
What does maintaining confidentiality mean in a professional setting?
How does organizational structure influence the development of an ethical culture within a company?
What role do values play in decision-making?
What is the role of financial management in an organization?
Which management function involves setting goals, defining tasks, and determining resources needed?
What is the primary objective of procurement management?
