The Construction of Tunnels Is One of the Greatest Challenges

question 117

Multiple Choice

The construction of tunnels is one of the greatest challenges encountered during road construction. The technique of tunnelling has not kept pace with the development of other technical fields. A team of tunnel experts from different geographic areas will develop road tunnel engineering principles and maintenance practices and the use of telecommunications and information technology. What type of team is this group of tunnel experts?

• A)self-directed team  
• B)normative team  
• C)virtual team  
• D)multifunctional team

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