Question

all of the following bacteria can cause foodborne illness except:
clostridium botulinum (botulism)
shiga toxin-producing escherichia coli (stec)
salmonella typhi
acidophilus milk

Explanation:

• Clostridium botulinum causes botulism, a foodborne illness.
• Shiga toxin - producing Escherichia coli (STEC) causes foodborne illness (e.g., E. coli infections from contaminated food).
• Salmonella typhi causes typhoid fever, which can be foodborne (transmitted via contaminated food/water).
• Acidophilus milk contains Lactobacillus acidophilus, a probiotic (beneficial bacteria) and does not cause foodborne illness.

Answer:

D. Acidophilus milk