Why Is the Percentage of Business Research and Development Spending

question 99

Multiple Choice

Why is the percentage of business research and development spending for basic research so small?

• A)Basic research is the sole responsibility of university research labs.
• B)Scientific knowledge has minimal effect on technological advance.
• C)Scientific principles cannot be easily patented or commercialized.
• D)Basic research is confusing and not well understood by business executives.

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