Question

a number of recent, high - profile foodborne illness outbreaks have increased americans’ awareness of the safety of our food supply. what is the primary cause of foodborne illness in north america? multiple choice
chemicals added to food cause most foodborne illness incidents.
environmental contamination causes most foodborne illness incidents.
microbial contamination causes most foodborne illness incidents.
ingestion of gras ingredients cause most foodborne illness incidents.

Explanation:

Foodborne illnesses in North America are primarily caused by microbial contamination (like bacteria, viruses, parasites). Chemicals added (first option) or GRAS ingredients (fourth) are not primary. Environmental contamination (second) is less common than microbial. So the correct option is the one about microbial contamination.

Answer:

C. Microbial contamination causes most foodborne illness incidents.