To Limit Consumption of Pesticide Residue in Fresh Fruits and Vegetables,all

question 17

Multiple Choice

To limit consumption of pesticide residue in fresh fruits and vegetables,all of the following are recommended EXCEPT:

• A)buying locally grown produce.
• B)discarding the outer leaves on heads of lettuce and cabbage.
• C)soaking fruits for two hours in warm water.
• D)washing or peeling fruits to remove wax and surface pesticide residues.

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