Question

Match List I with List II:

LIST I	LIST II
A. 0.86	I. S. aureus
B. 0.94	II. No microbial growth
C. 0.68	III. C. botulinum
D. Less than 0.60	IV. Limit for fungi

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
• B. (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)
• C. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
• D. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Hint:

Water activity plays a critical role in controlling microbial growth and preserving food safety.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Water activity values influence the types of microorganisms that can grow. A value of 0.86 is conducive for S. aureus, while a value of less than 0.60 prevents microbial growth and limits fungal growth.