Varun's response indicates a lack of understanding of the question, which is a significant concern in an interview setting. This response does not provide any information about his strategies or tools for requirements gathering and documentation. In contrast, the benchmark response is comprehensive and well-articulated, detailing specific strategies such as stakeholder interviews, workshops, and the use of tools like JIRA and Confluence. To improve, Varun should focus on active listening and clarify questions if needed before responding. He could also prepare for common interview questions related to his expertise to avoid such situations.