A Food That Has Been Held Consistently at a Temperature

question 208

Multiple Choice

A food that has been held consistently at a temperature of 35°F is more likely to be safe to eat than one held at 45°F because the lower temperature _____

• A)inhibits microbial growth
• B)prevents the growth of harmful bacteria
• C)sterilizes the food
• D)destroys harmful bacteria

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