Question

A research program is launched to produce genetically modified varieties of a food crop. The aim of the program is to create varieties with fruit that ripen quicker. Which idea can be used BEST in an argument against such research?

A) New, unknown proteins may be produced by the modified plants.
B) The fruit from the modified crop might have a different taste.
C) The modified crop will reduce the sales of chemical fertilizers.
D) Similar research programs in the past have led to harmful effects

Answer 1

The best argument to be used against this research is A. The modified plants may produce new and unknown proteins and this production of unknown protein would give concern to those who opposed on genetic modified food. Moreover, new food safety concern and environmental issues will be discussed with this research.

Answer 2

The answer in this question that can be used best in an argument againts such research is A new, unknown proteins may produced by the modified plants. The new and unknown proteins will be produced by the modified plants and this is the best argument to discuss against such research.