(Last Word) Which of the Following Best Explains Why Most

question 16

Multiple Choice

(Last Word) Which of the following best explains why most basic scientific research in the United States is financed by the government?

• A) Basic scientific research takes a long time to become commercially viable.
• B) Basic scientific research rarely results in commercially viable discoveries.
• C) Federal law limits basic scientific research because of potential national security threats.
• D) Private firms collectively spend far less on all types of R&D than the federal government.

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Definitions:

Disbursements

Payments made by a business, including operating expenses, dividend payments, and investments in assets.

Trustee

With respect to bonds, an organization that ensures compliance with the conditions set forth in the indenture. With respect to bankruptcy, a person who administers the bankrupt organization to ensure funds are properly handled.

Restructures Capital

The process of altering the composition or structure of a company's debt and equity mix, often to enhance financial stability or efficiency.

Business Operations

The day-to-day activities involved in managing a business, ensuring it functions efficiently and profitably.