Which is a true statement about new drug development in the United States?
A. Development and testing of new drugs take about 3 to 5 years.
B. About 50% of drugs undergoing clinical trials gain approval.
C. Randomized controlled trials are the best way to assess drug therapy.
D. The cost of developing a new drug is usually around $1 million.
Answer: C. Randomized controlled trials are the best way to assess drug therapy.
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