Applied research differs from basic research in that applied research:
A)is motivated solely by researcher interest.
B)is conducted for some purpose beyond researcher interest.
C)seldom deals with formal observational research.
D)seldom deals with informal observational research.
E)deals with the scientific study of humans in groups.

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Applied research is conducted for some purpose beyond the researcher's interest, while basic research is motivated solely by researcher interest in acquiring knowledge without any practical goal in mind. Applied research is often conducted to solve practical problems in various fields, such as business, healthcare, and technology.

Applied Research Differs from Basic Research in That Applied Research