How do consumers in the United States know whether foods they buy contain genetically modified ingredients?
A. Fruits and vegetables may not be labeled, but meats and seafood carry an icon indicating the presence of genetically engineered ingredients.
B. Manufacturers can voluntarily label foods, but labeling isn't required.
C. Domestic foods aren't required to be labeled, but imported foods must indicate whether they contain genetically engineered ingredients.
D. The FDA requires that foods be labeled to indicate the presence of genetically engineered ingredients.
Answer: B. Manufacturers can voluntarily label foods, but labeling isn't required.
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