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Food Safety and Quality
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“Two major problems faced by consumers are regarding quality and prices of the products.” Elaborate this statement with the help of any four examples each.

Answer

Problems regarding quality of products

  1. Adulteration
  2. Imitation of branded products.
  3. Selling substandard products.
  4. Selling loose items.
  5. Fake standard mark used.

Problem regarding the price of the products

  1. Prices are not fixed.
  2. Prices in two shops vary.
  3. Shopkeepers charge more than MRP(Maximum Retail Price).
  4. Sell loose items and charge any price.
  5. Substandard/poor quality goods are sold for the price of good quality popular brands.
  6. The cost of decorations, extra lights, air conditioners, are added to the price.

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