Which of the following is a species of bacteria responsible for the greatest number of deaths from foodborne illness?

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Salmonella is responsible for the greatest number of deaths from foodborne illness. It causes approximately 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States each year. Staphylococcus aureus, Toxoplasma gondii, and E. coli are also responsible for foodborne illness but do not cause as many deaths as Salmonella.

Which of the Following Is a Species of Bacteria Responsible