The iodization of salt _____.
A) began in the United States in the 1880s
B) has helped eradicate most cases of cretinism in the United States
C) is mandatory in the United States
D) is available to only about 10 percent of households in developing countries
E) has no benefit except for children

Question

The iodization of salt _____.
A) began in the United States in the 1880s 
B) has helped eradicate most cases of cretinism in the United States 
C) is mandatory in the United States 
D) is available to only about 10 percent of households in developing countries 
E) has no benefit except for children

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Iodization of salt has significantly reduced the incidence of iodine deficiency disorders, including cretinism, a condition characterized by severe physical and mental development issues due to iodine deficiency during pregnancy.

The Iodization of Salt _____