FOODSAFE Level 1 Practice Test · Question
An allergic reaction to food is primarily caused by:
Food allergies are immune system reactions to certain proteins in food, not caused by bacteria, toxins, or processing chemicals.
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Question: An allergic reaction to food is primarily caused by:
Answer options:
- Bacteria multiplying in the food
- Toxins produced by pathogens ✅ An immune system response to specific proteins
- Chemicals used in food processing
Correct answer: An immune system response to specific proteins
Explanation: Food allergies are immune system reactions to certain proteins in food, not caused by bacteria, toxins, or processing chemicals.
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- Hot holding equipment must maintain potentially hazardous food at or above what temperature?
- What does a food handler with a communicable disease, like vomiting or diarrhea, primarily risk?
- What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for ground meat like hamburgers?
- Which foodborne illness is commonly associated with improperly cooked poultry or eggs?
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