Which of the Following Expenditures Will Qualify as a Research

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following expenditures will qualify as a research expenditure for purposes of the research credit?

• A)An ice cream producer develops a new type of packaging that will keep ice cream frozen while driving home from the grocery store.
• B)An ice cream producer develops a new design on the package that will be more pleasing to the culture of a new market it is entering.
• C)An ice cream producer develops a new marketing campaign to introduce its brand to a new region of the country it is entering.
• D)All of the above qualify as research expenditures for the research credit.

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Definitions:

Socially Constructed

A concept or perception developed by society through cultural and social practices, rather than existing inherently.

Scientific Community

A group of researchers, academics, and professionals who share knowledge and conduct studies in various fields of science.

Biologically

Relating to the biological aspects of organisms and their functions, often in contrast to environmental or social influences.

Discrimination

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.