Question

which is a condition that should be considered when purchasing food that is safe?
○ fruits should not be prewashed.
○ the sell-by date should not be expired.
○ products should not have a nutritional label.
○ meat should be in a package that allows for air circulation.

Explanation:

To determine a condition for purchasing safe food, we analyze each option:

• "Fruits should not be prewashed" is incorrect as prewashed fruits can be safe and convenient.
• "The sell - by date should not be expired" is correct. An expired sell - by date indicates the food may be unsafe or of reduced quality.
• "Products should not have a nutritional label" is wrong. Nutritional labels are for information, not a safety hazard indicator.
• "Meat should be in a package that allows for air circulation" is incorrect. Meat is typically in air - tight or modified - atmosphere packaging to preserve freshness and safety.

Answer:

B. The sell - by date should not be expired.