The First Step in the FDA Approval Process for New

question 16

Multiple Choice

The first step in the FDA approval process for new drugs is their classification by the __________ based on currently accepted medical use and potential for abuse.

• A) National Institute of Health
• B) The Consumer Product Safety Commission
• C) Drug Enforcement Administration
• D) Congress

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Definitions:

Oval Window

The membrane separating the middle ear from the inner ear.

Transducer

A device that converts one form of energy into another, widely used in various applications, including in sensors and audio technology.

Eardrum

A thin membrane that vibrates in response to sound waves, playing a key role in the process of hearing.

Jnd

Just noticeable difference; the minimum change in stimulation required to detect a difference between two stimuli.