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One criticism of the Food and Drug Administration is that it takes a long time for a drug to be approved for distribution to the public because of all the testing and standards that need to be met. What is the BEST counterpoint to this argument?

A.
Less testing would mean less assurance that drugs are safe.

B.
Testing means that no unsafe drugs are ever released to the public.

C.
Needless bureaucracy is one of the key factors that slows progress.

D.
Most of the testing requirements are based on practice of earlier eras.

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The answer is D- most of the testing requirements are based on practice of earlier eras
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