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choose the false statement.
possible answers:
a) reheating to 74°c (165°f) will thoroughly cook leftovers
b) freezing food will kill all pathogens
c) pathogens do not grow well above 60°c (140°f)
d) most pathogens grow slowly below 4°c (40°f)
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Explanation:

• Option A: Reheating to 74°C (165°F) is a common practice to thoroughly cook leftovers and kill pathogens, so this statement is true.
• Option B: Freezing food does not kill all pathogens. It only slows down their growth. Some pathogens can become dormant and become active again when the food is thawed. So this statement is false.
• Option C: Pathogens generally do not grow well above 60°C (140°F) as this temperature is outside their optimal growth range. This statement is true.
• Option D: Most pathogens grow slowly below 4°C (40°F) as this temperature inhibits their metabolic activities. This statement is true.

Answer:

B. Freezing food will kill all pathogens