Which of the Following Treatments Is the Most Effective for Controlling

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following treatments is the most effective for controlling microbial growth?

• A) 140°C for 4 seconds
• B) 63°C for 30 minutes
• C) 72°C for 15 seconds
• D) They are equivalent treatments.
• E) None of the answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Variable Overhead Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead costs incurred and the standard costs for the actual production volume.

Standard Machine-Hours

The estimated number of hours that a machine is expected to operate to complete a specific task under standard conditions.

Manufacturing Overhead

All manufacturing costs not directly associated with the production of goods, including costs related to indirect labor, indirect materials, and other indirect expenses.

Standard Maintenance Cost

The anticipated cost of regular upkeep and maintenance of equipment or property, based on historical data or industry standards.