What Should Be Used to Measure the Internal Temperature of Meat

question 101

Multiple Choice

What should be used to measure the internal temperature of meat to ensure that it has been cooked thoroughly and to avoid foodborne illness?

• A) probe thermometer inserted in the center of the food
• B) mercury thermometer
• C) appearance of the meat (when it looks done)
• D) the oven's temperature setting
• E) cooking time

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