Which of the Following Statements About Genetic Modification of Foods

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about genetic modification of foods in the US is true?

• A)About 80% of all foods in the US are genetically modified.
• B)More than half of the soybeans grown here are genetically modified.
• C)Genetic modification of foods is still experimental and has not been introduced into the food supply.
• D)Only a very small fraction of crops grown here are genetically modified.

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