Answer: From the given comprehension above if the information provided is true then the strongest counterargument for the implementation of this plan would be that , BioMd has a strong R&D orientation and innovation and risk taking are the major values that the company promotes.
Here, we've been provided with the information that Earlene Gibson designs a program where stages of socialization is an "knockout tourney" and a new hire is out of the company if they fail. Thereby submitting the same to the CEO for approval. This states that the company do promotes value such as risk taking.
Therefore the correct option is (b)