A student researching pandemics has taken notes:

• COVID-19 accelerated adoption of remote work • Video conferencing became essential for business • Some workers prefer hybrid arrangements • Companies are reconsidering office space needs • The long-term future of remote work remains uncertain

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The student wants to explain COVID-19's impact on work patterns.

A

The long-term future of remote work remains quite uncertain.

B

COVID-19 transformed work patterns—accelerating remote work adoption, making video conferencing essential, and prompting companies to reconsider office space as workers favor hybrid arrangements.

C

Video conferencing became essential for business operations.

D

Many companies are now reconsidering their office space needs.

Correct Answer: B

Choice B. Remote work, video calls, office reconsideration, and hybrid explain impact.