Practice question

How quickly should hot cooked food be cooled before refrigeration to limit bacterial growth?

  1. Slowly over 24 hours
  2. As quickly as possible, using shallow containers to speed cooling
  3. It does not matter how fast
  4. Only after it sits out for a full day

Answer: B — As quickly as possible, using shallow containers to speed cooling

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