Time & Temperature ControlQuestion 206 of 319
What is the recommended accuracy tolerance for a digital food thermometer used to check thin foods like hamburger patties?
a.±10°F
b.±5°F
c.±2°F
d.±1°F
Explanation
Digital thermistor and thermocouple thermometers should be accurate to within ±1°F (±0.5°C), tighter than the ±2°F allowed for bimetallic stem dial thermometers. Digital probes also have a smaller sensing area, which makes them better for thin foods because the bimetallic stem must be inserted 2 to 2.5 inches to read correctly.
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