Explaining team rules to a new member is a combination of what?

Correct answer: Communication and cooperation

The direct answer is A: communication and cooperation. When a new team member is told the rules, the speaker must communicate information clearly and respectfully. The new member then uses that information to cooperate with others and follow the team’s common method of working. The reasoning is step by step: there is a new person; that person does not yet know the team’s expectations; someone explains the rules; clear explanation is communication; helping the person become a useful team member is cooperation. Option A is correct because both skills are needed. Communication transfers the message, while cooperation creates a helpful relationship and supports shared work. Option B is wrong because ego and giving harsh orders do not create healthy teamwork. Rules may be explained firmly when necessary, but ego is not a workplace skill. Option C is wrong because delay and confusion are results of poor explanation, not useful skills. Option D is wrong because competition and distance separate people instead of helping a new member join. Remember: explain clearly, listen patiently, and help the newcomer work with the team.