Final answer:
It is true that the receiving party of a pharmacy can apply for a new DEA registration prior to the transfer date, according to DEA regulations for a smooth transition.
Step-by-step explanation:
When considering the transfer of a pharmacy to another registrant who owns at least one other pharmacy, the DEA regulations allow the receiving party to apply for a new DEA registration before the transfer date. This allows for a smooth transition of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) compliant management of controlled substances from one DEA registrant to another. Thus, the answer to the question is A. True.