"Carl, we have the lab facilities, the know-how, and the time to implement this new technology through ________. We can then patent it and keep it proprietary, even though it will take additional staff and funding," said Mandi Provence, lab manager, to Carl Fredericks, general manager.
A) internal development
B) licensing
C) contracted development
D) franchising
E) research partnership

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The statement suggests that the lab has the resources and capabilities to develop the technology in-house, which makes internal development the best choice. Other options like licensing, contracted development, franchising, and research partnership involve collaboration with external parties, which may not be suitable for this scenario where the goal is to keep the technology proprietary.

"Carl, We Have the Lab Facilities, the Know-How, and the Time