Question

select the best evidence to support the statement that its possible to tell if something is no longer safe to eat by examining it.

signs of food spoilage may include an appearance different from the food in its fresh form, such as a change in color, a change in texture, an unpleasant odor, or an undesirable taste.

several factors cause food to spoil, making items unsuitable for consumption. light, oxygen, heat, humidity, and temperature can all affect both safety and quality of foods. when subject to these factors, foods will gradually deteriorate.

microorganisms occur everywhere in the environment. there is always a risk of spoilage when foods are exposed to unsuitable conditions. microbial spoilage results from bacteria, molds, and yeast. while microorganisms may or may not be harmful, the waste products they produce when growing on or in food may be unpleasant to taste.

adapted from u s department of agriculture

Explanation:

This statement directly lists observable and examinable signs (color, texture, odor, taste) that indicate food is no longer safe, which supports the claim that safety can be determined by examination. The other statements focus on causes of spoilage (factors, microorganisms) rather than evidence of unsafe food through examination.

Answer:

Signs of food spoilage may include an appearance different from the food in its fresh form, such as a change in color, a change in texture, an unpleasant odor, or an undesirable taste.