Why Have Most Bioengineered Crops Been Modified for "Resistance" Traits

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why have most bioengineered crops been modified for "resistance" traits?

• A) These are the only traits proven safe for the human health.
• B) These are the only traits proven safe for the environment.
• C) Crops with these traits taste better.
• D) These traits have the economic potential to save on production costs.
• E) No technology exists to engineer other traits successfully.

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