In the Packaging for a New Line of Beef Jerky

question 209

Multiple Choice

In the packaging for a new line of beef jerky, Hormel should avoid the use of ____ in its packaging.

• A)Red
• B)Yellow
• C)Orange
• D)Green
• E)Clear

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Definitions:

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