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At what temperature should my refrigerator be set?

The temperature in the refrigerator should be 40 degrees or less. At these temperatures, the growth of most bacteria is slowed.
Reference: Consumers Can Fight BAC, N-3409b, Iowa State University Extension
Related Information:
Partnership for Food Safety Education [http://www.fightbac.org/content/view/169/2/]
Tips on chilling food safely
 
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