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The goal of basic science is:

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There are different types of science according to their main goals. The goal of basic science is to increase our understanding of general principles.

Option d.

Types of science/research
Basic science

⇒ It is directed to understand fundamental problems or issues.

⇒ It is about generating basic knowledge.

⇒ It constitutes the theoretical basis of knowledge on which applied science or technology is based.
Applied science

⇒ It makes use of the knowledge generated by basic science to solve practical problems.

⇒ It generates knowledge that has a practical use.
Technological development

⇒ It is one of the main tools of science.

⇒ Its main function is to create useful tools and artifacts to facilitate the scientist's work.
The goal of basic science is to increase our understanding of general principles.

Option d.
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