Which legislation authorizes the FDA to determine the safety of a drug before its marketing?
A) Federal Food,Drug,and Cosmetic Act (1938)
B) Durham Humphrey Amendment (1952)
C) Controlled Substances Act (1970)
D) Kefauver Harris Drug Amendment (1962)

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The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 established the FDA's authority to oversee the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics. It requires drug manufacturers to prove that their products are safe before marketing them to the public.

Which Legislation Authorizes the FDA to Determine the Safety of a Drug