Quiz Question Index Time Remaining: 00:53:20 10-Dec-2023 10:37 AM MST An individual can be affected by a foodborne illness if they Possible Answers: Eat or drink food that contains toxins and/or pathogens Consumes at least 120 grams (4 ounces) of contaminated food Are in the same area as pathogens and/or toxins Eat raw vegetables and fruits ✓ Prev Next Dfing

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Quiz Question Index Time Remaining: 00:53:20 10-Dec-2023 10:37 AM MST An individual can be affected by a foodborne illness if they Possible Answers: Eat or drink food that contains toxins and/or pathogens Consumes at least 120 grams (4 ounces) of contaminated food Are in the same area as pathogens and/or toxins Eat raw vegetables and fruits ✓ Prev Next Dfing

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Eat or drink food that contains toxins and/or pathogens

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This is a multiple choice question addressing foodborne illness. The statement seeks to establish the means through which an individual can potentially contract foodborne disease. Foodborne illnesses, also referred to as food poisoning, can be coupled to consuming food or drinks contaminated with microbes such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites, or their harmful toxins. Several foodborne pathogens require direct ingestion to cause illness (needing to be in the same area doesn't equate to exposure, unless in very certain circumstances). Simply the act of consuming raw vegetables or fruits does not necessarily lead to an illness, unless the produce are contaminated.Similarly, the weight limit of 120 grams mentioned in the options does not necessarily correlate with contamination or illness level. The key point where foodborne illnesses are concerned is the presence of damaging microbes or toxins, not the quantity of food consumed.

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