In which of the following cases of consumer safety violations will the U.S.Department of Agriculture be required to take action?
A)A new drug was released into the market without adequate testing and this lead to adverse side effects among users.
B)A brand of soft toys for infants was produced with low grade foam and fabrics that are harmful for children when ingested.
C)A batch of sausages and cold cuts from a particular vendor was found to have high levels of salmonella and other pathogenic organisms.
D)A fleet of cars released into the market by famous company was found to have a defective braking system which could prove fatal for owners.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is responsible for ensuring the safety and wholesomeness of meat, poultry, and egg products. Therefore, in the case of sausages and cold cuts with high levels of salmonella and other pathogenic organisms, the USDA would be required to take action to protect consumer safety. The other cases are outside of the USDA's jurisdiction. A would fall under the purview of the FDA or the National Institutes of Health. B would be the responsibility of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. D would be handled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In Which of the Following Cases of Consumer Safety Violations