A food handler who scratches an infected pimple on his face, coughs or sneezes into his hand, or has a small unprotected cut on his hand may transmit _____ to foods if he practices poor personal hygiene habits.

A. Listeria monocytogenes
B. Yersinia enterocolitica
C. Staphylococcus aureus
D. Clostridium botulinum


Answer: C

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With regard to onsite childcare, current federal law _____.

A. prohibits a woman from being fired if she breastfeeds while on a break B. ensures a woman's right to breastfeed during breaks and lunch hours C. prohibits a woman from being fired if she breastfeeds while at lunch D. provides tax credits to employers who provide lactation services E. establishes minimum standards for breast pump safety

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Cooper eats a lot of refined grain products that have not been enriched with nutrients. He likes to eat fresh fruit, cabbage, and corn; but he avoids pork, beef, poultry, chicken, eggs, and dairy foods. Recently, he has been feeling tired, and his muscles are not as strong as they used to be. The skin of his face and neck has red and scaly patches. For the past couple of days, he has had bouts of diarrhea. Based on this information, Cooper probably is suffering fromĀ ________.

A. pernicious anemia B. pellagra C. scurvy D. xerophthalmia

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After class, you go to Jamba Juice and get an "Orange-a-Peel" smoothie that contains the following nutrients: 9 g of protein, 102 g of carbohydrate, and 1 g of fat. How many total calories does this provide?

A. 299 B. 399 C. 448 D. 453 E. 546

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The safest way to meet vitamin A needs is by

A. consuming large amounts of fortified foods. B. consuming a vitamin A supplement. C. consuming a variety of brightly colored fruits and vegetables. D. consuming organ meats on a daily basis.

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