Crops genetically engineered to be resistant to an herbicide might promote an increased use of that herbicide because
A) the herbicide is now an effective way to prevent weed growth without harming the crop plant.
B) the engineered crops will transfer the herbicide resistance to wild plants.
C) more farmers will be able to afford the genetically engineered seeds and so more of the crop will be planted.
D) a higher concentration of the herbicide will be needed to kill wild plant species.

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If the crop is resistant to the herbicide, then farmers have a more effective way to prevent weed growth without harming the crop plant. This can lead to an increased use of the herbicide as it becomes a more attractive option for farmers.

Crops Genetically Engineered to Be Resistant to an Herbicide Might