What is a consequence of an evolving work-life balance for businesses?

• A. Fewer staff are required and shifts shorten.
• B. No changes in staffing costs.
• C. 24/7 operations with more staff, increasing wage costs.
• D. Decreased reliance on e-commerce.

Answer: (C)

Allowing more flexible and varied work hours pushes many businesses to extend operating coverage, sometimes to around-the-clock service. To support these extended hours and keep operations smooth, more staff are needed, and there are higher wage costs from overtime, night premiums, and shift differentials. So the consequence is not just new scheduling, but real cost implications tied to paying workers for non-standard hours. The other ideas don’t fit because they imply less coverage or no change in cost, and evolving work-life balance typically increases the need for staffing and the associated wage expenses.