Which of the Following Is Considered Research and Development Costs

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered research and development costs?

• A) Laboratory research aimed at discovery of new knowledge.
• B) Application of research findings or other knowledge to a plan or design for a new product or process.
• C) Conceptual formulation and design of possible product or process alternatives.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

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