Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Botulism

question 115

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of botulism?

• A)It is rarely fatal and victims usually recover completely
• B)It is caused by a toxic compound rather than by invasion of pathogenic bacteria
• C)It is caused by ingestion of food contaminated with a combination of aflatoxin and mold
• D)It most often occurs from eating foods that were stored under aerobic conditions of high pH

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Definitions:

Ethical Agency

The capability to act based on moral principles and to make decisions that reflect ethical considerations.

Value Neutrality

The principle of remaining unbiased and detached when conducting research or making evaluations, avoiding personal judgment based on one's own values.

Belief

An acceptance that something exists or is true, especially one without proof.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that posits the best action is the one that maximizes utility, usually defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.