Question

cross - contamination may cause food poisoning because _.
o microorganisms may be transferred from one food to another
o microorganisms may create toxins in the body
o bacteria can form if food is left out for four or more hours
o bacteria grow in the temperature danger zone

Explanation:

Cross - contamination in food occurs when microorganisms (such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites) are transferred from one food item to another. This transfer can lead to food poisoning. The other options are about other factors related to food safety (like toxin creation in the body, bacteria formation with time - lapse, and bacteria growth in a temperature range) but not the direct cause of food poisoning due to cross - contamination.

Answer:

microorganisms may be transferred from one food to another