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<!-- (Audio) Brian: Let's start by phasing out the old clause about mandatory in-office days. -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

What does Brian believe they should do first?

--answers--

Add a new clause about flexible hours.

--feedback--

Brian doesn't talk about adding new items to the policy.


Decide who will approve the updated policy.

--feedback--

Brian does not mention an approval.


Remove the rule that requires people to work from the office.


Ask the team how many days they want to work in the office.

--feedback--

Brian does not mention asking for input.

--video-solution--

3

--explanation--

To phase out means to slowly remove or stop using something over time. For example:

The company plans to phase out old equipment by the end of the year. – This means the company will stop using the old equipment step by step until it's gone.

--scene--

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