Question

The term skunk works refers​ to ________.

A. a production facility that no longer meets the needs of the organization
B. a project gone bad
C. an​ off-balance-sheet, secret research facility engaged in questionable activities
D. an entrepreneurial operation funded by a large organization

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. an off-balance-sheet, secret research facility engaged in questionable activities

Skunk Works is an innovative undertaking, it involves a small group of people who are outside the normal R&D channels within an organization. The term evolved when a secret R&D team was deputed at an Aircraft Corp for developing a jet fighter at a really fast pace for the United States during World War II. Hence, it can considered as secret research facility.