ServSafe Food Handlers Practice Exam

What food should you throw out?

1. Food purchased on sale

2. Food that has passed its manufactured use by or expiration date

3. Unpopular food items

4. Food in damaged packaging

The correct answer is: Food that has passed its manufactured use by or expiration date

Food that has passed its manufactured use by or expiration date is the correct answer because it ensures that you are not consuming expired or spoiled food, which can lead to foodborne illnesses. Option A is incorrect because the sale price has no bearing on the safety or expiration of the food. Option C is incorrect because the popularity of a food item does not impact its expiration date or safety. Option D is incorrect because damaged packaging alone does not mean the food inside is spoiled or expired. It is always best to check the expiration or use-by date on food products before consuming them.