Karen, a software engineer, belongs to a virtual team that meets regularly to solve problems and discuss issues. All of the following are most likely benefits of such a team EXCEPT ________.
A) feeling personally connected to team members
B) eliminating wasted time of traveling
C) accomplishing tasks quickly
D) lowering meeting expenses

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A) Dispersed team members often do not feel as connected because they are communicating by e-mail, instant messaging, audio conferencing, and other tools. Benefits of virtual teams include the elimination of "dead time" caused by traveling. Virtual teams enable companies to accomplish things more quickly and efficiently. Firms save money by not having to pay travel expenses.

Karen, a Software Engineer, Belongs to a Virtual Team That