A New Chemical Food Additive Is Developed by a Cereal

A new chemical food additive is developed by a cereal manufacturer.Why do we test for its ability to induce mutation?

A) We worry that it might cause mutation in cereal grain plants.
B) We want to make sure that it does not emit radiation.
C) We want to be sure that it increases the rate of mutation sufficiently.
D) We want to prevent any increase in mutation frequency.
E) We worry about its ability to cause infection.