Stages of Product Development

In which stage do food manufacturers come up with new ideas for products?

• concept generation

• concept screening

• idea generation

• market research

Which sensory test allows feedback about specific characteristics of the product to be obtained?

• duo-trio test

• triangle test

• taste threshold test

• ratings test

If the consumer looks up to the --------- they will be more likely to make a purchase so they can be like them.

(a)  

Which stage allows decisions to be made about the 4 P's so that sales and profits can be maximised once the product is launched?

• market research

• marketing plan

• prototype production

• launch

Why is it important to take a sip of water between samples during sensory testing?

• To rehydrate

• To cleanse the palate

• To avoid bias

• To avoid peer pressure

Which functional property is responsible for the outside of products turning golden brown when dry heat is applied?

• Caramelisation

• Dextrinisation

• Coagulation

• Crystallisation

Which stage involves the product being made in full factory conditions for the first time?

• concept screening

• prototype production

• first production run

• product testing

Which of these functional properties does not help products to rise.

• Aeration - Creaming

• Fermentation

• Aeration - whisking

• Shortening

Rubbing in fat to flour creates a waterproof barrier disrupting the formation of...

• Gluten

• Fat

• Starch

• Yeast

Which of the following is not a control condition for getting accurate results during sensory testing?

• random product labelling

• sip of water between each sample

• remove product packaging

• discussing the results with a group