Question

using the same knife and cutting board to prep raw chicken and raw beef can be a threat for ______. cross - contamination chemical contamination spoilage time and temperature abuse

Explanation:

Cross - contamination occurs when bacteria or other pathogens are transferred from one food item to another. Using the same knife and cutting board for raw chicken and raw beef can transfer harmful bacteria between them. Chemical contamination involves chemicals like pesticides or cleaning agents, spoilage is about food going bad over time due to natural processes, and time - temperature abuse is related to improper storage or handling based on time and temperature.

Answer:

A. Cross - contamination