Question

what does the word mandating mean in paragraph 7 of the passage?
reading passage
genetically modified foods—to eat or not to eat?
1 new questions and concerns about the safety and quality of our food seem to arise every day. “what is in our food?” “where was it grown?” “is it healthy and nutritious?” one increasing concern involves foods that contain genetically modified organisms, or gmos.
suggesting
requiring
limiting
considering

Explanation:

The word "mandating" means officially requiring or ordering something. Among the options, "requiring" is the closest in meaning.

Answer:

B. requiring