Flavor Preferences,our Likes and Dislikes Are Said to Have a "Homeostatic

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Multiple Choice

Flavor preferences,our likes and dislikes are said to have a "homeostatic value".Which of the following is the best example of this homeostatic value for taste preferences?

• A) The temperature, smell and texture of foods will influence its overall taste.
• B) Alkaloids are chemical compounds in plants that are frequently toxic "antifeedant" chemicals. Alkaloids are often unpleasantly bitter.
• C) Capsaicin is a chemical compound in chili peppers. Nociceptors in the mouth respond to this chemical with the sensation of heat.
• D) Monosodium glutamate is a food additive that stimulates umami taste (gustatory) cells.

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Marketing Mix

The mix of elements a company can manipulate to encourage consumer buying of its goods, usually comprised of product, price, place, and promotion.

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B2B

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C2C

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