A thermometer is usually placed just inside the door of a refrigerator because:
A)it is less likely to be broken because of supplies being set on it.
B)it minimizes how long the refrigerator door will be left open while checking the temperature.
C)the lighting is better by the door and the temperature can be read more easily.
D)this is the warmest spot in the refrigerator thus the most appropriate place to take the temperature.

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Placing the thermometer by the door, which is the warmest spot, ensures that the temperature throughout the refrigerator is at or below the desired level for food safety. If the temperature at this spot is within safe limits, it can be assumed that the rest of the refrigerator is at a safe temperature as well.

A Thermometer Is Usually Placed Just Inside the Door of a Refrigerator