Purchasing from an approved supplier means that the food

• A. Meets food safety standards
• B. Is the cheapest option
• C. Is locally sourced
• D. Has the longest shelf life

Answer: (A)

Purchasing from an approved supplier means the food has been sourced from a supplier that has been evaluated and approved to meet food safety standards. This ensures the supplier follows safe handling, storage, and distribution practices and can provide documentation of safety controls, recalls readiness, and compliance. The focus is on safety and consistency, not on price, location, or shelf life alone. So while the cheapest option, local sourcing, or a longer shelf life might be appealing for other reasons, they don’t define what it means to be an approved supplier who meets food safety requirements.