Which of the following pairs correctly matches a GMO with its trait?
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Bt cotton - Increased resistance to drought
Bt cotton is genetically modified for insect resistance (against bollworms), not drought resistance.
Golden rice - Enhanced vitamin C content
Golden rice is enriched with 
-carotene (provitamin A ), not vitamin C .
Bt corn - Increased sugar content
Bt corn is modified for insect resistance, not higher sugar content.
Flavr Savr - Reduced post-harvest losses
Flavr Savr tomato has delayed ripening and softening, increasing shelf life and reducing post-harvest losses.
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