Question 1

Nitrites are commonly found in:

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A)   hot dogs.
B)   ham.
C)   snack foods.
D)   a and b
E)   a and c

Question 2

The potato salad you brought to the picnic potluck in the park has been sitting out for 4 hours during the meal on a hot sunny day. What should you do with the leftover servings once the meal is finished?

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A)   Take the salad home, transfer into a new container, and freeze it.
B)   Check the salad to see if it has a spoiled smell and throw it away if it does.
C)   Throw away the leftovers because they have been at an unsafe temperature too long.
D)   Put it in the refrigerator to cool it before serving again.

Question 3

Which of the following groups should avoid all uncooked or undercooked eggs?

Accepted Answer

A)   the elderly
B)   healthy adults
C)   those who suffer immune dysfunction
D)   a and b
E)   a and c

Question 4

Water-soluble vitamins and minerals are affected by canning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Food additives used in the U.S. are strictly controlled and pose little cause for concern.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The extruding process is based on:

Accepted Answer

A)   exposure to air.
B)   grinding.
C)   temperature.
D)   a and c
E)   b and c

Question 7

Contrast and compare the nutrient losses that occur with canning versus freezing.

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When it comes to nutrient losses, both c...

Question 8

The large ears of sweet corn available today are the result of:

Accepted Answer

A)   organic farming.
B)   natural selection.
C)   genetic engineering.
D)   selective breeding.

Question 9

To minimize the loss of water-soluble vitamins from vegetables you would:

Accepted Answer

A)   microwave them.
B)   soak them in water.
C)   steam them over water.
D)   a and b
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Question 10

Why is orange juice canned or frozen before shipping?

Accepted Answer

Orange juice is often canned or frozen b...

Question 11

Outline the arguments in support of and in opposition to genetic engineering.

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Support for genetic engineering:
1. Impr...

Question 12

You experience vomiting, intestinal cramps, and bloody diarrhea a day after eating a hamburger at a friend's outdoor barbecue. What type of illness should you suspect?

Accepted Answer

A)   stomach flu
B)   hepatitis
C)   E. coli infection
D)   gastroenteritis

Question 13

The agency charged with the responsibility of deciding which food additives are allowed is the:

Accepted Answer

A)   United States Department of Agriculture.
B)   Food and Drug Administration.
C)   Environmental Protection Agency.
D)   Federal Trade Commission.

Question 14

A good reason to buy organic foods is:

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A)   to avoid adverse effect of pesticides.
B)   a preference for their taste.
C)   to support sustainable agriculture.
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 15

Moderate doses of _____, a common fish contaminant, is/are thought to cause headaches and impair mental functioning in adults.

Accepted Answer

A)   dioxins
B)   PCBs
C)   mercury
D)   cadmium

Question 16

Which of the following statements concerning thiamin is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sulfites destroy thiamin.
B)   No approved food additives affect thiamin content of foods.
C)   Thiamin is lost during canning.
D)   Drying foods at home may destroy thiamin.

Question 17

Which of the following would be least likely to lose any vitamin C during the freezing process?

Accepted Answer

A)   peaches
B)   pineapples
C)   apples
D)   strawberries

Question 18

What is a beneficial reason for purchasing organic fresh fruits and vegetables rather than conventionally grown foods?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are fresher than conventional foods.
B)   They are completely free of pesticides.
C)   They have a higher nutrient content than conventional foods.
D)   Growing methods used don't harm the environment.

Question 19

Which of the following terms on a food label does not have a specific meaning defined by labeling regulations?

Accepted Answer

A)   irradiated
B)   free-range
C)   organic
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true concerning the GRAS list?

Accepted Answer

A)   It includes a list of additives believed to be safe.
B)   It stands for "generally recognized as safe."
C)   It is not subject to revision.
D)   a and b
E)   a and c

Exam 12: Food Safety and Food Technology

Outline the arguments in support of and in opposition to genetic engineering.

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Water-soluble vitamins and minerals are affected by canning.

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Which of the following groups should avoid all uncooked or undercooked eggs?

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To minimize the loss of water-soluble vitamins from vegetables you would:

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Which of the following would be least likely to lose any vitamin C during the freezing process?

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Food additives used in the U.S. are strictly controlled and pose little cause for concern.

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Moderate doses of _____, a common fish contaminant, is/are thought to cause headaches and impair mental functioning in adults.

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A good reason to buy organic foods is:

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The agency charged with the responsibility of deciding which food additives are allowed is the:

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The large ears of sweet corn available today are the result of:

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What is a beneficial reason for purchasing organic fresh fruits and vegetables rather than conventionally grown foods?

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Which of the following terms on a food label does not have a specific meaning defined by labeling regulations?

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Nitrites are commonly found in:

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You experience vomiting, intestinal cramps, and bloody diarrhea a day after eating a hamburger at a friend's outdoor barbecue. What type of illness should you suspect?

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The extruding process is based on:

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Contrast and compare the nutrient losses that occur with canning versus freezing.

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