With respect to developments in communications technology, how have cell phones had both positive and negative effects on personal selling?
A) Intense competition between cell phone service providers has reduced long distance charges but increased equipment surcharges.
B) Cell phones provide for more human interaction than facsimile machines, which is less productive.
C) Buyers, sellers, and managers have immediate access to each other.
D) Using cell phones cuts down on the amount of paper used in the selling process, which can create problems when attempting to trace mistakes in order processing.

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Cell phones have positively impacted personal selling by allowing buyers, sellers, and managers to have immediate access to each other, facilitating communication and decision-making. However, this constant connectivity can also lead to negative effects such as increased pressure to be always available and potential disruptions to work-life balance.

With Respect to Developments in Communications Technology, How Have Cell