Which Statement About the FDA and the Regulation of Genetically

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the FDA and the regulation of genetically modified crops is incorrect?

• A)The safety of the food product is determined based on its characteristics,not the method used to produce it.
• B)Emphasis is placed on whether the food creates a new or increased allergenic risk.
• C)Premarket approval is required for all GM foods even if they contain only substances that are already in the food supply.
• D)The FDA is concerned with whether the plant is nutritionally different from traditional plants.

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