Which of the following statements is true for applied research?

A.It is a systematic study to gain knowledge or understanding necessary to determine the means by which a recognized and specific need may be met.
B.It advances the knowledge of science without an explicit, anticipated financially motivated outcome.
C.It refers to the work of scientists and others who pursue scientific investigations without commercial goals, focusing on unravelling the secrets of nature and finding new knowledge.
D.It does not develop its research findings.
E.It refers to establishing an infallible supply chain network by incorporating the best practices in channel distribution.