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Cross-functional teams are teams that draw their members from more than one specialty area and often several. By their very nature, they contain a high element of diversity, at least in terms of professional backgrounds and work specializations. Cross-functional groups, while sometimes quickly constructed, pose special problems in the process of becoming true teams.

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A. tactical plans. B. strategic plans. C. contingency plans. D. scenario plans. E. emergency plans.

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