A group of design engineers for Ford Motor Company spends two months of summer in the Arizona desert researching fuel performance at extreme temperatures. Ford uses the results of these tests to improve the quality of its automobiles. The group of engineers is engaging in

A. applied research.
B. product design.
C. basic research.
D. design planning.
E. horizon planning.


Answer: A

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