Which of the following is a successful example of the commercial use of transgenic crops?
A) inserting Bt toxin genes into cotton, maize, and potato
B) developing plants that are resistant to ultraviolet light mutations
C) producing plants that resist attack by large herbivores
D) developing plants that produce all the essential amino acids for humans
E) producing plants that contain genes for making human insulin

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The insertion of Bt toxin genes into cotton, maize, and potato has been a successful example of the commercial use of transgenic crops. The Bt toxin genes produce a protein that is toxic to certain insects, thus providing the crops with natural insect resistance and reducing the need for insecticide applications. This has led to increased yields and reduced production costs for farmers, making it a commercially successful application of transgenic crops.

Which of the Following Is a Successful Example of the Commercial