A high-ability team is composed of mostly intelligent members. Which of the following statements is true regarding a high-ability team?
A) High-ability teams are also less adaptable to changing situations as compared to low-ability teams.
B) When tasks are simple, high-ability teams perform better than low-ability teams.
C) High-ability teams should be reserved for tackling the tough problems.
D) Low-ability teams can more effectively apply existing knowledge to new problems than high-ability teams.
E) When the task entails considerable thought, lower-ability teams perform better than high-ability teams.

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C) High-ability teams are more adaptable to changing situations; they can more effectively apply existing knowledge to new problems. When tasks are simple, high-ability teams do not perform as well, perhaps because members become bored and turn their attention to other activities that are more stimulating, whereas low-ability teams stay on task. High-ability teams should be reserved for tackling the tough problems. When the task entails considerable thought, high-ability teams perform better than lower-ability teams.

A High-Ability Team Is Composed of Mostly Intelligent Members