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PFPS MCQs

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Objectives of cooking in food production ___________.

 

a)

a)    Enhance aesthetic appeal

b)

b)   Destroy harmful organisms

c)

c)    Improve digestibility, maximize nutrient retention

d)

d)   All of the above

2.

What should be considered during preliminary planning of a food service  design project?

a)

a)      Equipment features such as design and function

b)

b)      Regulatory codes

c)

c)      Study of current trends in food service design

d)

d)      Innovations in equipment and design

3.

What is the key aspect to include in an objective approach to production for conservation?

a)

a)      Regulatory codes

b)

b)      Preliminary planning for a food service design project

c)

c)      Use of inputs and desired product outputs

d)

d)      Innovations in equipment and design

4.

Why should initial and operating costs be considered in food service design products?

a)

a)      To ensure financial sustainability

b)

b)      By analyzing utilities

c)

c)      Waste management

d)

d)      Proper use and maintenance of equipment

5.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for thawing frozen food?

a)
Thawing in a sealed bag at room temperature
b)

Leaving it on the counter at room temperature

c)
Thawing in the oven
d)
Thawing in hot water
6.

The primary cost advantage of centralized ware washing with a decentralized service system is that____

 

a)

a) it eliminates the need for duplication of equipment.

b)

b) it complicates the cleaning process.

c)
c) it increases transportation costs.
d)

d) it requires more staff for dish handling.

7.

When selecting a food delivery system, which of the following factors is the most important in relation to the microbial quality of delivered food?

a)
a) delivery distance
b)
b) packaging type
c)

c) customer preferences

d)

d) time span from prep to service

8.

Kind of foodservice organizations are_________

a)

a) Grocery stores and farmers' markets

b)

b) Food trucks and catering services

c)

c) Home kitchens and personal chefs

d)

d) all of the above

9.

To understand the planning process, managers need to know the following words and their definitions

   

a)
Blueprint, model and Arrangement
b)
Physical, design and Layout
c)
Framework, style and Organization
d)
Structure, form and Configuration
10.

What are the Preliminary Preparation required for Facility Planning?

a)
Change in desired menu items
b)
Reduction in operating hours
c)
Increase in staff training
d)
Expansion of facility space
11.

  Which are the Three major sections in a prospectus?

 

a)

a)    Regulatory information

b)

b)   Physical and operational characteristics

c)

c)    Rationale

d)

d)   All of the above

12.

Who makes up the planning team in Facility Design?

 

a)
Architects, Engineers, and Designers
b)
Stakeholders, Project Managers, and Main Contractors
c)
Investors, Suppliers, and Technicians
d)
Clients, Regulators, and Maintenance Staff
13.

   Feasibility study is

a)
A process for hiring new employees
b)
A method for analyzing financial statements
c)
A strategy for product development
d)
The collection of data about market and other factors
14.

What make up the architectural steps planning procedure?

a)

a)  Wall and ceiling

b)

b)  Lighting

c)

c)  Heating and ventilation

d)

d) all of the above

15.

Which factor(s) affect(s) the selection of equipment?

a)

a) Labor knowledge and abilities

b)

b) Budget

c)

c) Floor plan

d)

d) All of the above

16.

What types of metal can be found in the restaurant kitchen?

a)

a) Aluminum

b)

b) Cast iron

c)

c) Stainless steel

d)

d) All of the above

17.

Dining room furnishings are?

a)
Table ware, Dinner ware, Glass ware and Table Covers
b)
Wall Art and Decor
c)
Cushions and Drapes
d)
Cutlery and Utensils
18.

What is a more economical way when it comes to the purchasing a glassware?

a)
Opt for expensive brands
b)
Purchase from local stores
c)
Buy single pieces
d)
Buy in bulk quantity
19.

What is an important consideration when it comes to equipment selection?

a)
The warranty
b)
The brand
c)
The price
d)
The menu
20.

Institutional tableware falls into flatware. What are they?

a)
Knife, fork and spoon
b)
Glass and pitcher
c)
Chopsticks and bowl
d)
Plate, cup and saucer
21.

What is the primary task of production planning? The primary task is____________

 

a)
Deciding the quantity of menu items to prepare
b)
Calculating the cost of ingredients
c)
Designing the restaurant layout
d)
Hiring staff for the kitchen
22.

Food production principle is _____

a)
To serve hot food hot and cold food cold.
b)
To serve hot food cold and cold food hot.
c)
To serve all food cold regardless of type.
d)
To serve food at room temperature.
23.

Equifinality is defined as?

a)
The same outputs may be achieved from different inputs or transformational processes.
b)
Transformational processes are irrelevant to the outputs.
c)
Only one specific input can produce a given output.
d)
Different inputs always lead to the same outputs.
24.

Which of the following is a dry-heat cooking method using hot air? That is________

a)
poaching
b)
steaming
c)
grilling
d)
baking
25.

Benefits of systems thinking are.

a)

a) More effective problem solving

b)

b) More effective communication

c)

c) More effective planning

d)

d) All of the above

26.

Cart service is also called _________ service.

a)
Spanish
b)
Italian
c)
Chinese
d)
French
27.

Chemical causes of foodborne illnesses?

 

a)

a)    Food that is served hot

b)

b)   Food that is served cold

c)

c)    Food that is served at room temperatures

d)

d)   None of the above

28.

While taking an order a server should________

a)

a)    suggest any specials of the day

b)

b)   use the correct abbreviations on his or her orders

c)

c)    answer any questions the guest has

d)

d)   all of the above

29.

When planning new construction or a remodeling project, which of the following people is least likely to be part of the planning team?

a)

Guests

b)
Contractors
c)
Architects
d)

Interior Designers

30.

Plans to redesign the kitchen should address several concerns, including which of the following?

a)

a)    Layout of the facility

b)

b)   The receiving area

c)

c)    temperature

d)

d)   All of the above

31.

90% of food allergies are caused by?

 

a)
Sugar, salt, spices, and oils
b)
Dairy, meat, eggs, and nuts
c)
Fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes
d)
Milk, eggs, fish, wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, soybeans, and crustaceans
32.

How often should the trash be removed and containers cleaned and sanitized?

  

a)
Once a week
b)
Once every day
c)
Twice a month
d)
Every other day
33.

Equipment design and placement: each piece of equipment that comes in contact with food should be

    

a)
Difficult to clean.
b)
Readily cleanable.
c)
Designed for single-use only.
d)
Made of non-food grade materials.
34.

The goals of a food delivery and service system include the following ?

 

a)

a) Maintain quality food characteristics

 

b)

b) Ensure microbial safety of food

 

c)

c) Serve food that is attractive and satisfying to the consumer

 

d)

d) All of the above

35.

Factors that affects the selection of equipment?

a)
The Color and the Size
b)
The Brand and the Warranty
c)
The Budget and the Floor plan
d)
The Weight and the Material
36.

Features of the equipment selected should focus on?

 

a)

a) The material, finish of the metals and metallic contamination

b)

b) Maintenance and replacements

c)

c) Safety features, installation, operation and performance

d)

d) All of the above

37.

What is the factor that determines the size and capacity of the equipment for a given situation?

a)

a) Type of menu

b)

b) Type of service

c)

c) Quantities of food produce

d)

d) All of the above

38.

What is a more economical way when it comes to purchasing a glassware?

a)
Single piece
b)
High-end brands
c)

Quantity

d)

Discounted items

39.

What is an important consideration when it comes to equipment selection?

a)
The price
b)
The brand
c)
The warranty
d)
The menu
40.

Maintenance should be performed while the equipment is still working, so that it does not break down unexpectedly. What type of maintenance is this known as?

a)
Reactive maintenance
b)

Preventive maintenance

c)
Corrective maintenance
d)

Predictive maintenance