Question

which piece of legislation gave the fda the authority to mandate frequent inspections and stricter recordkeeping for food manufacturers?
a. the food, drug, and cosmetic act (1938)
b. the food safety and modernization act (2011)
c. the food additives amendment (1958)
d. the pure food and drugs act (1906)

Explanation:

The Food Safety and Modernization Act (2011) is known for enhancing the FDA's authority over food safety, including mandating more frequent inspections and stricter recordkeeping for food manufacturers. The Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (1938) focused on safety of these products but not the specific inspection/recordkeeping enhancements here. The Food Additives Amendment (1958) dealt with food additives. The Pure Food and Drugs Act (1906) was an early act for basic safety, not the modern inspection/recordkeeping mandate.

Answer:

B. The Food Safety and Modernization Act (2011)