A Recall on Spinach Potentially Contaminated with Yersinia Enterocolitica Occurs

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Essay

A recall on spinach potentially contaminated with Yersinia enterocolitica occurs.Sally hears about the recall but has kept her spinach in the refrigerator.She figures that even if her spinach had been contaminated,the organism will not grow in the refrigerator.Therefore,the number of organisms present will be so small that even if her spinach is contaminated,she will not be affected.Is Sally correct? Explain.

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Merchandising Company

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Retailer

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Cost of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company, including materials, labor, and overhead.