Question

1. mold is oftentimes a visual indication that food is not safe to eat.

○ a) true
○ b) false

1. you should wash your hands:

○ a) after touching raw meat, poultry and seafood.
○ b) before handling food.
○ c) after touching anything that might be a source of contamination.
○ d) all of the above.

1. what is the best practice when storing items in the freezer?

○ a) label containers with the item name.
○ b) consume items within recommended storage times.
○ c) label the containers with the date of storage.
○ d) all of the above.

Explanation:

1. For question 5: Mold growth on food indicates the presence of harmful fungi and their toxins, making the food unsafe for consumption.
2. For question 6: All listed scenarios are critical times to wash hands to prevent foodborne illness, as they all involve potential contamination risks.
3. For question 7: Labeling with item name and storage date helps track freezer items, and following recommended storage times ensures food safety and quality, so all steps are best practices.

Answer:

1. a) True
2. d) all of the above.
3. d) All of the above.