Interstate's chief information officer thinks that improvements to the company's wide area network (WAN) should be a priority for the company. Which of the following, if true, strengthens her position?

A) Interstate's various branches rely greatly on information-sharing with each other.
B) Much of the hardware that is used in Interstate's offices has not been upgraded in some time.
C) Interstate sales reps rely on collaborative work with other reps in the same office.
D) Existing e-mail servers at many of Interstate's locations are often full.
E) Interstate is hiring many new sales reps who need extensive training.

Answer: A
Explanation: A) The company's WAN enables long-distance communication. If the company's various branches in different locations rely heavily on being in touch with each other, then improvements in the company's WAN should be a priority. Choices B and D relate to hardware issues rather than the company's WAN. Choice C: WAN helps with long-distance communication, not communication with workers in the same office. Choice E is incorrect because hiring and training of new employees does not directly relate to the company's WAN.