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Which situation can inhibit the growth of pathogens? A. adding vinegar to foods B. cooking a piece of meat to 130°F C. humidity D. leaving food out on the counter for a long time

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User Ahalls
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Your answer is A) here's why D wont be your answer- Food-borne pathogens grow best in temperatures between 41 to 135 °F.

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User Alidad
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A.) adding vinegar because the growth of pathogens leads to food poisoning vinegar kills pathogens

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User Paul Ericson
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