Opponents of Genetic Engineering Make the Following Argument

question 48

Multiple Choice

Opponents of genetic engineering make the following argument:

• A) The nutrient content of GE foods is less than that of comparable traditional foods.
• B) Planting of GE crops may increase weed growth in fields.
• C) The FDA is not able to determine the safety of current GE crops.
• D) Consumers cannot remove GE pesticides that form within the tissue of the plant.

Understand the concepts of subcontrary, contradiction, and contrariety in propositional logic.

Differentiate between the modern and traditional views of existential import.

Identify the relationships among propositions within the square of opposition.

Apply the principles of Venn diagrams to represent logical propositions.