The Flavor of a Food Is Due To

question 359

Multiple Choice

The flavor of a food is due to:

• A) the activation of specialized receptors in the taste buds.
• B) the combination of aroma, taste, texture, and temperature.
• C) the proportion of sweet, sour, salty, and bitter tastes in a particular food.
• D) the relative responsiveness of different types of taste receptors.

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Definitions:

Mere Exposure Effect

An occurrence in psychology where individuals often favor items or concepts just because they are accustomed to them.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, with the association formed between behavior and its consequences.

Praises

Expressions of approval or admiration towards someone or something, often used as a form of encouragement or recognition.

Denies Dessert

The choice to refuse or not partake in a sweet course following a meal, often for health, dietary, or personal reasons.