Question 1

Which of the following is true about food irradiation?

Accepted Answer

A)  The FDA does not allow food irradiation because it is dangerous.
B)  Irradiation does not affect the vitamin content of foods.
C)  Foods that are irradiated do not require labeling as such.
D)  Irradiation can slow or limit the growth of insects,microorganisms,and parasites in food.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

To avoid Salmonella contamination

Accepted Answer

A)  store chicken at 40° F or below.
B)  cook chicken to at least 140°F
C)  cook chicken thawed in a microwave oven right away.
D)  refrigerate or freeze leftovers within six hours of cooking.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following is not characteristic of Salmonella foodborne illness?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is seldom fatal.
B)  The symptoms may develop in 5 to 72 hours.
C)  It can be avoided by not allowing susceptible foods to stand at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
D)  It can cause acute respiratory failure.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 4

______ can cause spontaneous abortion or stillbirth because the bacteria can cross the placenta and infect the fetus.

Accepted Answer

A)  Listeria
B)  Salmonella
C)  E.coli O157:H7
D)  Clostridium botulinumE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 5

If you buy food in a can that is bulging or spurts liquid,the food is likely to contain toxins produced by a type of bacterium called

Accepted Answer

A)  Salmonella.
B)  Clostridium perfringens.
C)  Clostridium botulinum.
D)  Staphylococcus aureus.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

There is no easy way to test for pathogens such as

Accepted Answer

A)  Listeria.
B)  Salmonella.
C)  E.coli O157:H7.
D)  Norovirus.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

When it comes to caffeine,which of the following is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The equivalent of 2 to 3 cups of coffee per day is considered to be a moderate and safe level of consumption.
B)  Women suffer more deleterious effects of caffeine consumption than men.
C)  Heavy consumption may lead to depression,decreased heart rate,and decreased mental alertness.
D)  Those who are pregnant,have anxiety or panic attacks,or who have stomach ulcers should avoid or restrict consumption.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Exam 17: Safety of Our Food Supply

Which of the following is not characteristic of Salmonella foodborne illness?

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Which of the following is true about food irradiation?

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______ can cause spontaneous abortion or stillbirth because the bacteria can cross the placenta and infect the fetus.

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If you buy food in a can that is bulging or spurts liquid,the food is likely to contain toxins produced by a type of bacterium called

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To avoid Salmonella contamination

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When it comes to caffeine,which of the following is not true?

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There is no easy way to test for pathogens such as

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Exam 17: Safety of Our Food Supply

Which of the following is not characteristic of Salmonella foodborne illness?

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Which of the following is true about food irradiation?

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______ can cause spontaneous abortion or stillbirth because the bacteria can cross the placenta and infect the fetus.

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If you buy food in a can that is bulging or spurts liquid,the food is likely to contain toxins produced by a type of bacterium called

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To avoid Salmonella contamination

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When it comes to caffeine,which of the following is not true?

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There is no easy way to test for pathogens such as

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