单选题 A common characteristic of artists and scientists involved in creative work is that ______.

A、 they care about the possible reaction to their work
B、 public response is one of the primary conceits
C、 they are keenly aware of public interest in their work
D、 they are indifferent toward response to their work

【正确答案】 D

【答案解析】事实细节题。第一段倒数第二句 Many artists and scientists share this fundamental unconcern about the ways in which their work will be received．说明许多艺术家和科学家都有一个共同的特点，就是不太关注人们对他们作品的反应，因此D项为正确答案。