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A food worker prepares raw chicken and then cuts tomatoes for a salad. Which action best prevents cross-contamination?

Correct answer: B. Use clean utensils and a separate preparation surface

  • A. Rinse the same knife briefly before cutting tomatoes
  • B. Use clean utensils and a separate preparation surface
  • C. Place the tomatoes beside the raw chicken while preparing them
  • D. Wipe the knife on a cloth and continue preparing the salad

Explanation

Separate clean utensils and preparation surfaces prevent organisms from raw poultry reaching ready-to-eat food. Brief rinsing or wiping may leave pathogens on the knife, and placing foods together increases the chance of contamination.

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