The Attitude of U

question 114

Multiple Choice

The attitude of U.S. firms toward research and development is best described by which of the following?

• A) The veil of secrecy is being lifted, resulting in more collaboration.
• B) Firms are more cutthroat than ever and less cooperative with each other.
• C) Firms are less interested in working with universities.
• D) Firms are spending less in total research and development expenditures.
• E) Firms are less involved with research consortia than ever.

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Definitions:

Longitudinal Smooth Muscle

Muscle fibers arranged parallel to the long axis of an organ, contributing to its contraction and relaxation, found in the walls of internal organs.

Muscularis

Muscular coat of a hollow organ or tubular structure.

Peristalsis

The rhythmic contractions of smooth muscles in the gastrointestinal tract that facilitate the movement of food and waste.

Lamina Propria

Layer of connective tissue underlying the epithelium of a mucous membrane.