Which of the Following Is an Example of How Culture

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of how culture and religion can affect food choices?

• A) Going out for ice cream to celebrate an academic achievement helps make special experiences festive.
• B) All-day eating at weekly family gatherings or daily coffee breaks with sweet rolls are rituals that do much more than satisfy the appetite.
• C) Commercials can have powerful influences on the quantity and quality of food consumed.
• D) Biological taste preferences evolve from childhood based on availability and societal norms, but research shows that preferences can be altered by experiences and age.
• E) Research indicates that consumers who use cues such as time of day as a trigger to eat are more likely to seek healthful food choices.

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