Basic Research Is

Multiple Choice

Basic research is:

A) research intended to enhance basic knowledge about the physical,biological,psychological,or social world or to shed light on historical,cultural,or aesthetic phenomena.
B) large scale research performed under contract with a governmental agency such as the National Science Foundation (NSF) ,National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) ,etc.
C) informal research conducted locally by a small staff with a small budget,the purpose of which is to pave the way for larger research initiatives.
D) research intended to address issues that have immediate relevance to current practices,procedures,and policies.