Which Recommendation Is Appropriate for Preventing Foodborne Illnesses

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which recommendation is appropriate for preventing foodborne illnesses?

• A)Fresh produce should be washed before it is eaten.
• B)Only new sponges and towels should be used in the kitchen.
• C)Leftovers can safely be covered and left at room temperature until the next meal.
• D)Meats should be marinated at room temperature.
• E)Vegetables should be cooked and never eaten raw.

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Definitions:

Acclimatization

The process by which an organism adjusts to a gradual change in its environment, allowing it to maintain performance across a range of environmental conditions.

Seasonal Changes

Variations in environmental conditions, such as temperature and day length, that occur at regular intervals throughout the year.

Homeostatic Adjustment

The process by which the internal environment of an organism is regulated to maintain stable conditions through physiological or behavioral feedback mechanisms.

Torpor

A state of decreased physiological activity in animals, usually characterized by a reduced body temperature and metabolic rate.