FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

SENSORY EVALUATION AND TESTING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which sample will provide the most intense flavors for comparison?
A
lasagna that is served piping hot
B
lasagna tested at 10 a.m.
C
lasagna tested under red lights
D
lasagna that is served warm
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Paired comparison tests are used to indicate which of two samples has more of an attribute being tested, or to indicate which of two samples is preferred. In the latter application, it is considered to be an acceptance test. It is one of the most used attribute difference tests, and is easy for panelists to understand.

Detailed explanation-2: -Two-sample difference test: In this test, panelists are given samples in pairs and evaluate how much of a difference exists between the pairs of samples. There are usually four or more pairs of samples in this test.

Detailed explanation-3: -For effective sensory evaluation, the analyst should duly recognize the purpose of the study, select the appropriate experimental design, use panelists who fit the purpose, choose the proper method for preparing and presenting the samples, and analyze the data cor-rectly.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of sensory evaluation include the Flavor Profile Test and Texture Profile Test. The Flavor Profile Test will evaluate the characteristics, intensity, order of attribute appearance, aftertaste, and amplitude.

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