Which phrase best describes the primary workforce in an organization?

• A. Management
• B. Board of directors
• C. Main body of labor
• D. Executives

Answer: (C)

The main concept here is distinguishing the people who actually perform the day-to-day work from those who lead or govern the organization. The primary workforce refers to the employees who carry out tasks, produce goods, or provide services—the central, active group driving the organization’s operations. The phrase "main body of labor" directly captures that idea, signaling the large group of workers who do the work.

In contrast, management covers supervisors and mid-level leaders who oversee work, executives are the senior leaders shaping strategy, and the board of directors governs at the highest level. None of those describe the broad, hands-on workforce that performs the core tasks, which is why the correct choice best fits the concept.