At high altitudes, more time is required to cook a food because the boiling point of water is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) - Less than 100° C
As altitude increases and atmospheric pressure decreases, the boiling point of water decreases. To compensate for the lower boiling point of water, the cooking time must be increased. Turning up the heat will not help cook food faster.