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As agents (devices and software) are increasingly incorporated into every aspect of our lives, the research area of human-agent teaming has seen an increase in attention. This is particularly true considering the varied, dynamic, and fast pace operations Soldiers are currently facing and will be facing in the future. There is a common idea that, in the future, the speed of machines will far exceed a Soldiers' ability to react or even comprehend the complex activities of their digital teammates, which is a concern. Uncertainty in this accelerated environment will present unique and unforeseen challenges that may potentially inhibit a Soldier's ability to make decisions effectively and to efficiently decide fast enough to support the future battlefield optempo. To accelerate decision making in Army operations the military is relying on agents and enabling technologies such as complex systems that integrate intelligent sensor …