Bt Crops _______________

question 63

Multiple Choice

Bt crops _______________.

• A) have been given a bacterial gene that gives chemical protection against pests
• B) include strawberries that are resistant to frost damage
• C) have seeds that will only germinate under laboratory conditions
• D) have not yet been approved by the FDA
• E) are widely grown in Europe

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological state where individuals wrongly believe their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are different from those of the majority, often leading to conformity with perceived norms.

Informational Influence

This occurs when an individual conforms to a group's behavior under the assumption that the group possesses more accurate information.

Private Acceptance

The genuine alignment of one's internal beliefs or attitudes with those of a group, without external pressure.

Dissenter

An individual who expresses disagreement or non-conformity with the prevailing opinions or practices.