Varun's response demonstrates a proactive approach by asking about the day-to-day tasks of a Product Manager, which is relevant and shows his interest in understanding the role better. However, the response could be improved by adding a bit more detail or context, similar to the benchmark response, to reflect a deeper engagement with the question. For instance, he could have mentioned his interest in how these tasks align with the company's goals or how they facilitate collaboration with other teams. This would have made his inquiry more comprehensive and insightful.