Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)Microorganisms can be a food source.
• B)Microbial metabolism can alter a food to improve its flavor.
• C)Not all microorganisms in food cause foodborne disease.
• D) All statements are true.

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Definitions:

Individual Agency

The capacity of individuals to act independently and make free choices, shaping their own lives.

Social Fact

Elements such as norms, values, and structures that exist external to the individual and exert influence over them, as defined by sociologist Émile Durkheim.

Émile Durkheim

A founding figure in sociology known for his work on social cohesion, collective conscience, and the study of social facts as phenomena external to individuals.

Collective Conscience

A set of shared beliefs, ideas, and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society.