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Preface

This manual on The Role of Sensory Analysis in Quality Control describes general procedures and gives background information regarding the use of sensory testing as part of a quality control function in a manufacturing plant. Chapters 2 through 4 are intended to help those readers who are new to the sensory field, with a need for background material on establishing sensory testing in a plant. Those experienced with plant quality control may wish to go directly to Chapter 5 for sensory testing applications.