Which policy is used in the U.S. with regard to the manufacture and sale of new chemicals?

A. Chemicals are assumed to be safe until substantial evidence to the contrary is proven.
B. The chemical company must present overwhelming evidence that the chemical will do no harm.
C. Chemicals are assumed to be dangerous until substantial evidence to the contrary is proven.
D. Chemical manufacturers have enthusiastically supported laws that protect people over chemicals.


Answer: A

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