Special Exercises
There are at least six lethal forms of E.coli that can end up in our meat or on our produce that are so virulent,they hospitalize people and even kill them.However,in the U.S.only one,E.coli 0157:H7,is officially termed an adulterant,which means any ground beef that tests positive for it cannot be sold for human consumption.There are no requirements for companies to test for the other lethal strains,and it is not illegal for them to be present in food.Match each action with what it illustrates.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-The USDA protects the meat supply,the FDA protects all the other foods.
A)Obstructionist stance
B)Defensive stance
C)Accommodative stance
D)Proactive stance
E)Direct regulation
F)Indirect regulation
G)Lobbyist
H)Political Action Committees

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The USDA protects the meat supply, the FDA protects all the other foods. Direct regulation is when the government sets specific rules and regulations that businesses must follow. In this case, the USDA and FDA have set regulations that require companies to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in ground beef.

Special Exercises There Are at Least Six Lethal Forms of E.coli That