Foodborne Illnesses and Prevention
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What is the main transmission route for infectious agents like Salmonella and E. coli as mentioned in the text?

  • Fecal-oral transmission (correct)
  • Bloodborne transmission
  • Direct contact transmission
  • Airborne transmission

How can cooking food help in preventing foodborne illness caused by bacteria?

  • It removes toxins from the food
  • It enhances the taste of the food
  • It eliminates harmful bacteria (correct)
  • It prevents food spoilage

What should be done if a food item that was cooked is left out of the refrigerator for more than two hours?

  • It should be thrown away to prevent bacterial growth (correct)
  • It should be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness
  • It should be reheated in the microwave before consumption
  • It should be consumed immediately to avoid wastage

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of harmful bacteria in the text?

<p>Cooked vegetables (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of illness is caused by Streptococcus bacteria according to the text?

<p>Strep throat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main mode of transmission for harmful microorganisms like Salmonella and E. coli as discussed in the text?

<p>Fecal-oral (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long can food be left out of the refrigerator before harmful bacteria begin to grow again, according to the text?

<p>2 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of toxin is associated with watery stool according to the text?

<p>Enterotoxin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action can prevent foodborne illnesses caused by harmful bacteria, as emphasized in the text?

<p>Proper cooking of food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods is NOT mentioned as a potential source of harmful bacteria in the text?

<p>Cooked vegetables (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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