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Food irradiation - ANSWER the process of using radioactive materials to disinfect and preserve certain types of food shelf life - ANSWER how long food will last before it spoils and breeds bacteria Common irradiated foods - ANSWER apples, potatoes, red meat, strawberries, fish, bananas

What are the four major factors to consider when selecting clothing? - ANSWER Price, purpose, quality, and overall appearance How are buttons determined to be well-constructed? - ANSWER -Attached securely -Appropriate size -Spaced out evenly How are belts determined to be well-constructed? - ANSWER -Well-finished ends -Durable material -Buckle that is securely attached and closes the belt How are collars determined to be well-constructed? - ANSWER -Both left/right sides are the ...

Cotton - ANSWER Erect bushy mallow plant or small bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hair fibers Silk - ANSWER A valuable cloth, originally made only in China from threads spun by caterpillars called silkworms Bamboo - ANSWER Natural antibacterial properties, biodegradable, breathable fabric, wicking ability, grows fast, and is made the same way as rayon Wool - ANSWER Fiber Sheared from animals (sheep) and twisted into yarn for weaving. Rayon - ANSWER Man-made Cellulo...

The two major types of residential housing are - ANSWER houses and apartments A house - ANSWER is an entire building with the primary purpose of providing shelter for the individual or family that resides in it Acrylic fibers - ANSWER are soft, lightweight, resilient, and heat-sensitive Acetate fibers - ANSWER are used in the construction of a variety of fabrics including satins and taffetas primarily to give the fabric a shiny, lustrous look. Fabrics that are made from acetate f...

Space- Element - ANSWER acts as a foundation on which entire design plan is built Negative space - ANSWER empty space Positive Space - ANSWER filled with furniture and decor Balance - ANSWER Distribution of visual weights

Which is a required document to establish employment authorization in the US when hiring a US citizen for employment? A. Social Security Card B. Driver's License C. Credit Card Account Number D. School Transcript - ANSWER A. Social Security Card Oil being heated on the burner of a gas stove at a high setting catches fire. Which of the following is most effective for putting out the fire after turning off the stove? A. Pouring cold water on the fire B. Pouring warm water on the fire C...

Direct Communication - ANSWER blunt communication that is literal and to the point indirect communication - ANSWER conveys a message in a roundabout manner, in order to save face for the recipient problem solving steps - ANSWER 1. Identify the problem 2. Determine the cause 3. Consider possible solutions 4. Select the best option 5. Put option in effect 7. Monitor and decide if it worked or not Resolving Conflict - ANSWER Listening carefully to others; compromising; reacting re...

Which of the following characteristics of a ready-made garment best indicates high quality construction? A. Stiff interfacing B. Darts with "dimples" at the points C. The use of monofilament nylon thread D. Seam allowances of at least one-half inch E. Large buttonholes - ANSWER D. A seam allowance should be at least 1/2" wide A. Is wrong because the weight of the interfacing should depend on the weight of the fabric and the purpose of the garment, not its quality. B. Is wrong be...

Ethics and Religion - ANSWER An individual's religious, moral, and ethical beliefs can play a large part in his or her diet because some beliefs can result in the exclusion of certain foods. Ethnicity - ANSWER People living in different regions of the world usually have different customs regarding the foods that they eat and have different foods commonly available as well. Immigrants will often include foods in their diet that are traditional foods from their native countries, even if t...

Truth in Lending Act - ANSWER any organization issuing credit to a consumer to disclose the full terms of the lending arrangement and all costs associated with entering into that arrangement. Equal Credit Opportunity Act - ANSWER a federal act prohibiting any organization that issues credit to consumers from denying credit to a consumer on the basis of race, gender, age, marital status, religion, national origin, or skin color. Fair Housing Act - ANSWER a similar anti-discrimination act...