How Long Can Maria Leave Leftovers on the Table After

question 94

Multiple Choice

How long can Maria leave leftovers on the table after dinner and still avoid contamination?

• A)no more than 2 hours
• B)no more than 1 hour
• C)up to 3 hours
• D)no more than 30 minutes

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