Basic Research Is a Public Good Partly Because It

question 63

Multiple Choice

Basic research is a public good partly because it

• A)is difficult to exclude those who might benefit from it.
• B)is used to develop public goods.
• C)always benefits developed countries at the expense of developing countries.
• D)is a good that is rival in consumption.

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Definitions:

Immune System

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against infection, disease, and foreign substances.

Genetic Abnormalities

Variations or mutations in the DNA sequence that can lead to diseases, disorders, or differences in physical or mental health.

External Traumas

Events or experiences originating outside the individual that cause significant psychological distress or damage.

Carcinogens

Substances or exposures that are known to increase the risk of cancer by altering cellular metabolism or damaging DNA directly in cells.