Work teams enhance speed and efficiency when designing and manufacturing new products because they:
A) allow departments to work independently of one another
B) make possible overlapping development phases
C) fit well with traditional sequential development phases
D) avoid problems associated with synergy
E) do all of these

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Work teams make overlapping development phases possible, allowing for more efficient and quick design and manufacturing of new products. Choosing A or C would be incorrect, as independent department work and traditional sequential development phases can hinder speed and efficiency. Choosing D would also be incorrect, as synergy (cooperation and collaboration between team members) can actually enhance speed and efficiency. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Work Teams Enhance Speed and Efficiency When Designing and Manufacturing