Which of the following is listed as a potential benefit of GMOs?

• A. Increased drought tolerance
• B. Resistance to weeds, pests, and disease
• C. Faster Growth
• D. Higher Water Use

Answer: (B)

Genetically modified crops are often engineered to withstand threats from insects, weeds, and diseases, helping protect yields and sometimes reducing the need for chemical controls. That makes resistance to weeds, pests, and disease a commonly cited benefit of GMOs. While drought tolerance or faster growth can be goals of some GMO traits, they’re not the focus here, and higher water use isn’t a benefit.