HMS 139 Exam 2 Review

Which products are usually considered in the Q factor computation?

How much would 1/4 cup chopped carrots cost if the AP price is $25 for 30 lb?

Appleby Community Farm is a CSA which means the community shares in the risk of product loss.

Profit may be lost if filler in prepackaged foods differ from specifications.

The AP price per lb and the portion size need to be converted into the same measurement.

Waste is any part of the food that cannot be used.

What is permaculture?

Food specifications are used to

A yield test

Which products result in an 8oz per cup weight?

A yield test performed during actul production is a

What factors affect the selling price of a menu item?

Profit is not considered an expense.

When calculating recipe costs, you should carry the number 2 places to the right of decimal.

Management gets a yield range on products by counting the items before and after preparation.

The Q factor equals 5% of the subtotal of the ingredient costs.

A yield test should be conducted 2 times on each product used in a FS operation.

Yield tests are only done on fresh fruits, meats and vegetables.

What is the AP in yield testing?

What is the biggest contributor to high food costs?

How can operations achieve greater profit?

Yield tests are essential to determine a menu's profitability

Which parts of foods are considered waste?

The yield test

A yield test requires weighing the food how many times?

To find a portion cost, divide the extension by the number of portions in the EP.

One recent survey found consumers value freshness most of all.

An example of a major expense of a FS operation is

It's best to buy convenience products to save money and time.

EP = AP - WP

Examples of overhead expenses include

What is the extension of a product?