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Because the raw meat could contaminate the cooked meat and possibly cause illness.

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because if the raw meat and the cooked meat are stored together there is a very high risk of food poisoning

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Well, raw meats can contain bacteria that could potentially infect the "ready to eat" food. This can cause serious illness which is why you must be careful to avoid cross contamination.

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