Which of the Following Is True Regarding USDA Standards for Organic

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding USDA standards for organic food?

• A) Neither pesticides, genetic engineering, growth hormones, nor irradiation may be used.
• B) Pesticides may be used, but genetic engineering and the use of growth hormones is disallowed.
• C) Pesticides and irradiation may not be used, but genetic engineering and the use of growth hormones is allowed.
• D) The USDA has no standards for organic food.

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