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An operation is in a jurisdiction allowing the holding of TCS food without temperature control. How long can hot TCS food be displayed before must be sold, served, or discarded?

  1. 2 hours

  2. 8 hours

  3. 4 hours

  4. 12 hours

The correct answer is: 4 hours

In this scenario, the correct answer is 4 hours. According to food safety guidelines, hot TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) food that is being held without temperature control can only be displayed for a maximum of 4 hours before it must be sold, served, or discarded to ensure food safety and prevent the risk of foodborne illness. It is crucial to adhere to these guidelines to maintain food quality and safety standards in food service operations.