NYC Regulations (Article 81)Question 219 of 240
If an establishment scores in the B or C range on its initial inspection, what may happen?
a.It automatically receives an A
b.It is closed permanently with no options
c.It can be reinspected and may post a grade-pending card while it waits
d.It never has to display anything
Explanation
An establishment scoring in the B or C range on the initial inspection can be reinspected and may post a grade-pending card while awaiting the reinspection result. It is not automatically closed or given an A.
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