Ken Is Doing a Science Experiment

question 13

Multiple Choice

Ken is doing a science experiment. He puts a clothespin on his Dad's nose and blindfolds him. His Dad is unable to distinguish a raw onion from an apple. This experiment demonstrates that

• A) inability to smell will not affect the taste of food.
• B) in order to truly experience a taste you must smell the food too.
• C) apples and onions have very similar tastes.
• D) Ken's Dad has problems with his taste buds. He should go see a doctor.

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