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Common edible preservatives that prevent microbial growth in pickles and jams are:

ASodium bicarbonate and starch
BVinegar and yeast
CBaking soda and water
DSalt and edible oils (in pickles); sugar (in jams)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Salt and edible oils (in pickles); sugar (in jams)
Salt and oil prevent bacterial growth in pickles by removing moisture and excluding air. Sugar plays the same dehydrating role in jams, jellies and squashes.
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