Which statement best describes potable water in a salon context?

• A. It is safe to bathe in
• B. It is safe to drink, but not to cook
• C. It is safe to bathe in, it is safe to drink, it is safe to cook with
• D. It is not safe to drink

Answer: (C)

Potable water means water that is safe to drink. In a salon, you rely on water not just for washing and rinsing clients but also for any treatments or preparations that might involve ingestion or direct contact. If the water is safe to drink, it’s safe to use for bathing and cooking as well, since all those uses share the same standard of safety. That’s why the statement that it’s safe to bathe in, safe to drink, and safe to cook with best describes potable water in this setting. The other options are incomplete or inconsistent with the definition, since potable water is by definition drinkable.