Select the answer that best completes the following sentence. Dormant ties in networking are people who.....

A. Are dormant or inactive and sit in the corner during a networking event: This option incorrectly interprets “dormant” as passive behavior in a current setting. Dormant ties refer to relationships over time, not behavior during a single networking interaction. B. Tie up people during networking meetings with random conversations, preventing them from finding useful connections: This describes inefficient networking behavior, not a recognized concept in social or professional network theory. It does not reflect the definition of dormant ties. C. Are part of your core group, such as family, friends, and co-workers in your unit: These are considered strong ties, characterized by frequent interaction and emotional closeness. Dormant ties, in contrast, are inactive connections rather than close, ongoing relationships. D. You used to be connected to socially or professionally, but don't currently interact with: Dormant ties are previously established relationships that are currently inactive. These ties can be highly valuable because they often provide access to new information, perspectives, and opportunities not available within one’s immediate network.