Which of the following persons is most likely to come up with a new way of manufacturing socks for a textile company?
A) Bill, who has been the mechanic working on the current socks manufacturing equipment for the last 15 years. He proudly states that he is a true expert on every aspect of these machines.
B) Kate, who knows the basics of how the socks are now manufactured and how the machines work, but comes from a completely different background as far as training and experience are considered.
C) Frank, who has been newly hired because of his mechanical knowledge, but has no real knowledge or understanding of how socks are manufactured.
D) Lisa, who is the Plant Manager and is known as being impatient with her subordinates.

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Kate, who comes from a completely different background, may bring a fresh perspective and innovative ideas to the manufacturing process. She may look for new materials or ways to streamline the process. Bill, who is an expert on the current equipment, may not be as likely to think outside the box. Frank is new and has no specific knowledge of sock manufacturing, and Lisa's impatience may hinder her ability to collaborate effectively with her team to develop new ideas.

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