### Question
How is the term research defined?


### Answer
The term **research** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 4531* as the following:

> studies testing the effectiveness of market development and promotion efforts, studies relating to the nutritional value of milk and dairy products, and other related efforts to expand demand for milk and dairy products

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 4531*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 76-DAIRY RESEARCH AND PROMOTION > SUBCHAPTER II-DAIRY RESEARCH PROGRAM**

