Chang works as a materials scientist for a paint manufacturer. He has developed a material that does not work well in paint, but it could have applications as a deck sealant. Chang has been made the team lead for a group of scientists tasked with determining some marketable uses for the new material. The group could be referred to as
A) a spin-off.
B) a skunkworks.
C) bootleggers.
D) horse traders.
E) delegates.
B) a skunkworks.
Explanation: Skunkworks are project teams designated to produce a new product. A team is formed with a specific goal within a specified time frame. A respected person is chosen to be manager of the skunkworks.
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