When thawing frozen shrimp under running water, what is the maximum water temperature allowed?
a.60°F or lower, checked with a thermometer in the sink before the shrimp go in
b.41°F or lower, the same limit that applies to cold-holding the thawed shrimp
c.135°F or lower, since that is the top edge of the temperature danger zone
d.70°F or lower, with the water running fast enough to wash loose particles into the overflow
Explanation
Running water used for thawing must be drinkable and at 70°F or lower, and it must flow fast enough to carry loose food particles into the overflow. The stem asks for the maximum allowed, so 41°F and 60°F are not the answer even though colder water is acceptable to use. Water at 135°F would raise the surface of the shrimp into the temperature danger zone while the center is still frozen, allowing pathogens to grow.
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