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Serving a sandwich with 5 oz of turkey when the menu states '6 oz' is an example of violating which truth-in-menu category?
Serving a sandwich with 5 oz of turkey when the menu states '6 oz' is an example of violating which truth-in-menu category?
- Quantity (correct)
- Point of Origin
- Quality
- Brand Name
Using Grade B eggs when the menu specifies Grade A eggs is an example of violating which truth-in-menu category?
Using Grade B eggs when the menu specifies Grade A eggs is an example of violating which truth-in-menu category?
- Product Identification
- Price
- Quality (correct)
- Preservation
Charging extra for cheese on a burger without informing the customer is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
Charging extra for cheese on a burger without informing the customer is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
- Point of Origin
- Brand Name
- Merchandising Terms
- Price (correct)
Serving Pepsi when a customer asks for a Coke violates which truth-in-menu category?
Serving Pepsi when a customer asks for a Coke violates which truth-in-menu category?
Serving cod when the menu lists grouper is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
Serving cod when the menu lists grouper is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
Using truffles from Italy when the menu advertises 'French truffles' is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
Using truffles from Italy when the menu advertises 'French truffles' is a violation of which truth-in-menu category?
Selling yesterday's muffins when the menu states 'baked fresh daily' violates which truth-in-menu standard?
Selling yesterday's muffins when the menu states 'baked fresh daily' violates which truth-in-menu standard?
Using canned strawberries labeled 'fresh' on the menu violates which truth-in-menu standard?
Using canned strawberries labeled 'fresh' on the menu violates which truth-in-menu standard?
Calling fish 'fried' when it was baked, sprayed with oil, and cooked quickly in an oven violates which truth-in-menu category?
Calling fish 'fried' when it was baked, sprayed with oil, and cooked quickly in an oven violates which truth-in-menu category?
Which menu is most likely to use descriptive text designed to 'sell' the menu items?
Which menu is most likely to use descriptive text designed to 'sell' the menu items?
Flashcards
Quantity violation
Quantity violation
Misrepresenting the amount of food served.
Quality violation
Quality violation
Misrepresenting the grade or standard of ingredients.
Price violation
Price violation
Charging hidden fees without informing the customer.
Brand name violation
Brand name violation
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Product identification violation
Product identification violation
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Point of origin violation
Point of origin violation
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Merchandising terms violation
Merchandising terms violation
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Preservation violation
Preservation violation
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Food preparation violation
Food preparation violation
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Selling aspect
Selling aspect
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Study Notes
- A "quantity" truth-in-menu violation example includes describing a sandwich as stuffed with "6 oz of sliced turkey" but only serving 5 oz.
- A "quality" truth-in-menu violation example includes using grade B eggs when the menu lists grade A eggs for that dish.
- A "price" truth-in-menu violation example includes charging extra for cheese on a burger but not notifying the guest of the charge.
- A "brand name" truth-in menu violation example includes a customer asking for a Coke and the server bringing a Pepsi.
- A "product identification" truth-in-menu violation example includes serving grouper for a dish when the menu lists cod.
- A "point of origin" truth-in-menu violation example includes advertising "French truffles" but using truffles from Italy.
- A "merchandising terms" truth-in-menu violation example includes calling the muffins on the menu "baked fresh daily" but selling yesterday's muffins.
- A "preservation" truth-in-menu violation example includes calling the strawberries "fresh" on the menu and using a freshly opened can of strawberries.
- A "food preparation" truth-in menu violation example includes calling the fish "fried" but serving the fish that was crusted, sprayed with oil, and cooked quickly in a hot oven.
- A la carte restaurant menus should include a "selling" aspect to its menu descriptions.
- The positive qualities of the Chinese communist party are not appropriate to include on a menu.
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Description
Truth-in-menu violations involve misrepresentation of food items. Examples include misstating quantity, quality, price, brand, or origin. Ensuring accuracy in menu descriptions is crucial for customer trust and legal compliance.
