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According to the passage, what is the role of taste buds in determining our taste preferences?
According to the passage, what is the role of taste buds in determining our taste preferences?
- Taste buds determine the five basic tastes we can perceive.
- The number of taste buds affects our sensitivity to flavors. (correct)
- Taste buds are responsible for our ability to taste chemicals.
- Taste buds allow our brain to distinguish between different tastes.
What is the most likely reason some people enjoy foods like ice cream and pizza more than broccoli and carrots?
What is the most likely reason some people enjoy foods like ice cream and pizza more than broccoli and carrots?
- Their mothers ate those foods while pregnant.
- They prefer foods with a milder taste. (correct)
- They have fewer taste buds on their tongues.
- They are more sensitive to certain chemicals that signal taste.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor influencing taste preferences?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor influencing taste preferences?
- Past experiences
- Culture
- Gender
- Age (correct)
According to the passage, what is the role of certain chemicals in determining our sense of taste?
According to the passage, what is the role of certain chemicals in determining our sense of taste?
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According to the passage, which statement about gender differences in taste preferences is true?
According to the passage, which statement about gender differences in taste preferences is true?
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What does the passage suggest about the role of culture in shaping taste preferences?
What does the passage suggest about the role of culture in shaping taste preferences?
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According to the passage, what is the role of past experiences in determining taste preferences?
According to the passage, what is the role of past experiences in determining taste preferences?
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Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the passage?
Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the passage?
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