Many Instances Involving Genetically Modified Organisms,especially Food Crops,will Be Entering

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Multiple Choice

Many instances involving genetically modified organisms,especially food crops,will be entering the human food chain in the years to come.On what basis are genetically modified foods considered safe to eat?

• A) They are only slightly toxic.
• B) All products to be cleared for human consumption have been personally tested by all members of the regulatory agency.
• C) Because of the possible economic impact of rigorous testing, such food products are minimally tested in sheep and cattle.
• D) Each genetically modified food product is screened for its resistance to antibiotics.
• E) Genetically modified food products are considered safe if they are found not toxic or allergenic or have other negative physiological effects.

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Population Mean

The average value of a particular characteristic within an entire population.

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Normal Populations

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Confidence Interval

A set of values, taken from data samples, which is predicted to include the value of an unspecified population attribute.