In team functions in the past at Bonnie's Barn, a retailer that sells country-themed décor, several employees have consistently displayed certain behaviors. Allie has always motivated the teams to do better. Gary has always challenged the status quo. Thor has performed routine tasks to keep things rolling. Erin has guided the direction of team discussions. Billy has proposed new ideas. Bonnie, the company owner, has assembled a team for a project where all of the decisions have high stakes. Which of the previously mentioned employees would likely be the most valuable for her to add to this particular team?
A) Allie
B) Billy
C) Gary
D) Thor
E) Erin

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The role of devil's advocate challenges the status quo. The devil's advocate role may be particularly important in team contexts in which decisions are "high stakes" in nature.

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