What is the ideal temperature for a refrigerator?

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What is the ideal temperature for a refrigerator?

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The purpose of a refrigerator is to slow the growth of bacteria -- since some foods don't freeze well, they can't be placed in a freezer. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the ideal temperature for your refrigerator. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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What is the ideal temperature for a refrigerator?

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