Which Statement About Genetically Modified Foods and Allergens Is FALSE

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which statement about genetically modified foods and allergens is FALSE?

• A)Biotechnology companies monitor the allergenic potential of proteins used for plant genetic engineering.
• B)Potentially allergenic soybeans were kept from entering the market.
• C)The products of new genes could cause people to have an allergic reaction to previously safe foods.
• D)Because of the mandatory testing system,individuals with food allergies can automatically assume that new foods are safe.

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