Question

Which of the following is the correct expansion of FDA?

(a) Food and Drug Affiliation

(b) Food and Drug Administration

(c) Food and Drug Abuse

(d) Food and Drug Authority

The question was asked in a job interview.

The query is from Packaging Laws & Regulations topic in chapter Food Packaging Materials, Packaging Standards and Regulation Laws of Food Packaging Technology

Answer 1

The correct choice is (b) Food and Drug Administration

For explanation: FDA stands for Food and Drug Administration. It was established in 1906 by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Hence, it is also known as USFDA. It is responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the control and supervision of food safety.