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id: remote-policy-qa
version: 1.0.0
category: web-grounding
title: Remote Work Policy Q&A
description: Answer HR policy questions using only provided excerpts.
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Answer the questions below using **only** the source excerpts provided. If the sources do not contain enough information, say "Not stated in sources."

## Source excerpts

**[Source A — Remote work policy]**
Full-time employees may work remotely up to 3 days per week. Core collaboration hours are 10:00–15:00 in the employee's local timezone. Remote work beyond 3 days requires director approval.

**[Source B — Equipment stipend]**
New hires receive a one-time $750 home office stipend in their first payroll cycle. Existing employees are eligible for a $300 annual refresh stipend after 12 months. Stipends do not roll over.

**[Source C — Travel & offsites]**
The company hosts one mandatory annual team offsite. Travel is booked by HR. Employees who cannot attend for medical reasons must notify HR 30 days in advance with documentation.

## Questions

1. How many remote days per week are allowed by default?
2. What are the core collaboration hours?
3. How much is the new-hire home office stipend?
4. Can existing employees get a refresh stipend in their first 6 months?
5. Is the annual offsite optional?

## Output format

Respond in plain text with numbered answers. After each answer, cite the source letter(s) in brackets. Do not use outside knowledge.