How Long Is the Typical Process of Drug Development from Discovery

question 54

Multiple Choice

How long is the typical process of drug development from discovery to FDA approval?

• A) less than 10 years
• B) more than 10 years
• C) less than 20 years
• D) more than 20 years

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Definitions:

Natural Selection

A process in biological evolution where organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that initiate and conduct signals from the brain or spinal cord to muscles or glands, resulting in movement or action.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the peripheral and central nervous system that plays a key role in muscle activation and memory functions.

Skeletal Muscles

The muscles attached to bones that are responsible for voluntary movements of the body.