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Descriptive tests
Used to determine the nature & intensity of the
differences
Types of tests
Difference tests
Preference tests
Triangle test
Hedonic scale
Ranking test
Duo-trio test
Descriptive tests
Ranking test
Flavour profile
Scoring test
Texture profile
Ratio scaling
Difference/discriminatory tests
1.
Triangle test
Test is very useful in:
i.
ii.
iii.
1/2n(n-1)
where n =no. of samples or treatments
4. Duo-trio test
Three (3) samples are presented to panelists; one
is labeled as R (reference) & the other two are
coded
Panelist has to identify the odd/different sample
Test has the same application as the Triangle test,
but is less efficient, as the probability of selecting
the correct sample by chance is 50% or
Test is often used instead of triangle test when
tasting samples that have a strong flavour because
less tasting is required
In this test panelist bases his judgment on any
difference he can detect (compare with Paired
comparison test)
Eg questionnaire pg 30
Analysis of results pg 30 -31
6. Ranking test
i.
ii.
7. Scoring test
Eg. Of questionnaire pg 43
Analysis of results pg 44 -46
PREFERENCE TESTS
1. Paired comparison test
2. Hedonic scale
Most commonly used scale for preference testing
is the 9-point Hedonic scale
Panelist expresses his degree of liking or disliking
for a particular product
Eg of questionnaire pg 57
Analysis of results pg 58 59
3.
Ranking test
Panelist is presented with coded samples to
rank in order of preference
Eg of questionnaire pg 57
Analysis of results pg 58 -59