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Time temperature practice questions

39 questions from the food safety manager and handler practice test.

Time temperature practice test

10 questions, graded as you go, with the reason for every answer. No sign-up.

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What minimum internal temperature must a ground beef patty reach when cooked?

  1. 145 F
  2. 135 F
  3. 165 F
  4. 155 F
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D. 155 F

Ground meats must reach 155 F because grinding mixes surface bacteria throughout the meat. 145 F applies to whole-muscle cuts such as steaks, where contamination stays on the surface.

Reference: FDA Food Code 2022, 3-401.11

What minimum internal temperature must a salmon fillet reach when cooked?

  1. 145 F
  2. 135 F
  3. 155 F
  4. 165 F
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A. 145 F

Fish and other seafood must reach 145 F. 155 F would apply only if the fish were ground or minced, and 165 F only if it were stuffed.

Reference: FDA Food Code 2022, 3-401.11

What minimum internal temperature must a pork chop reach when cooked?

  1. 155 F
  2. 165 F
  3. 145 F
  4. 135 F
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C. 145 F

Whole-muscle cuts of pork, beef, veal and lamb, such as chops and steaks, must reach 145 F. 155 F is required for ground or mechanically tenderized meat, not an intact chop.

Reference: FDA Food Code 2022, 3-401.11

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