________, which causes abdominal pain and diarrhea, multiplies rapidly in prepared foods (e.g., beef, poultry, and gravy) left at room temperature for extended periods of time.

A. Clostridium perfringens
B. Clostridium botulinum
C. Salmonella
D. Escherichia coli


Answer: A

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