Varun's response indicates a lack of preparedness or focus, as he asks for the question to be repeated instead of providing an answer. This response does not demonstrate his ability to articulate his experience or insights regarding requirement alignment with business objectives. To improve, Varun should aim to provide a structured and detailed response similar to the benchmark, discussing his methods for understanding business goals, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring that product requirements align with overall objectives in the life sciences sector.