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Medium Reading and Writing · Information and Ideas · None · MCQ

In the 1970s, the first commercial production of genetically engineered bacteria was developed for use in medicine. However, the public’s distrust of the new technology has led to a growing awareness of the potential risks of genetic engineering. As a result, scientists are now focusing on safer and less controversial applications of this technology, such as developing new biofuels and biodegradable plastics.

Which choice best summarizes the author’s main idea?

A
Genetic engineering has the potential to benefit society, but scientists must be careful not to use it in ways that are harmful or controversial.
B
The development of new biofuels and biodegradable plastics has increased public confidence in the safety of genetic engineering.
C
The public's distrust of genetic engineering is unfounded, because genetic engineering has the potential to lead to many breakthroughs in medicine.
D
Scientists are working to develop new ways to use genetic engineering in medicine that are not controversial.

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