Peter Is Conducting Research to Develop an Engine That Could

question 72

Multiple Choice

Peter is conducting research to develop an engine that could run on water.His research is aimed at formulating a combustion process that could be used in commercial vehicles so that vehicles could run on water.Peter's research is an example of _____.

• A)​experimental research
• B)applied research
• C)controlled research 
• D)​basic research

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Definitions:

Limited Partnership

A business structure where one or more general partners manage the business and are personally liable for business debts, while one or more limited partners contribute capital and have limited liabilities to the extent of their investment.

Sole Proprietor

A business owned and managed by one individual where there is no legal distinction between the owner and the business entity.

Creditor

An individual or entity to whom money or its equivalent is owed by another individual or entity, known as the debtor.

Professional Corporation

Identical to a business corporation in most respects. A professional corporation is formed by filing with the secretary of state, and it is managed by a board of directors, unless a statute permits it to be managed like a partnership. The rigid management structure makes the professional corporation inappropriate for some smaller professional practices.