6. Cooked food that is being held for

later service must be held at a

temperature of:

A. 130°F or above B. 120°F or above

C. 160°F or above D. 135°F or above

Answer:C

C. 160°F or above

Explanation:

The cooked food should have a maintained temperature (140 to 165deg F) to prevent it from harmful bacteria. To prevent food the temperature should be not less than 140 degree fahrenheit to prevent harmful bacteria from reaching the food.

If the food kept below this temperature, then the person eating the food may suffer Food Poisoning or its symptom can occur in the person.