Which of the Following Statements About Threshold Concentration Is Incorrect

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about threshold concentration is incorrect (false) ?

• A) Subthreshold salt levels increase perceived sweetness.
• B) Subthreshold salt levels decrease perceived acidity.
• C) Subthreshold acid concentrations make a food taste less salty.
• D) Subthreshold sugar concentrations make a food taste less salty.
• E) all of the above answers are correct

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