Question

question 1 (1 point)
most foodborne illness is caused by

a clean water

b sanitized cutting boards

c microorganisms

d proper storage

Explanation:

To determine the cause of most foodborne illness, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Clean water is a preventive measure, not a cause of foodborne illness.
• Option b: Sanitized cutting boards are part of food safety practices to prevent illness, not a cause.
• Option c: Microorganisms (like bacteria, viruses, parasites) are the primary cause of most foodborne illnesses as they can contaminate food and multiply, leading to illness when ingested.
• Option d: Proper storage is a method to prevent foodborne illness, not a cause.

Answer:

c. microorganisms