Advocates of a large-scale space-defense research project conclude that it will represent a net benefit tocivilian business. They say that since government-sponsored research will have civilian applications, civilianbusinesses will reap the rewards of government-developed technology.
Each of the following, if true, raises a consideration arguing against the conclusion above, EXCEPT:
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AThe development of cost-efficient manufacturing techniques is of the highest priority for civilian business and would be neglected if resources go to military projects, which do not emphasis cost efficiency.
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BScientific and engineering talent needed by civilian business will be absorbed by the large-scale project.
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CMany civilian businesses will receive subcontracts to provide materials and products needed by the research project.
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DIf government research money is devoted to the space project, it will not be available for specifically targeted needs of civilian business, where it could be more efficiently used.
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EThe increase in taxes or government debt needed to finance the project will severely reduce the vitality of the civilian economy.
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正确答案: C