Grade 10 Consumer Studies Paper 1 Review Flashcards

Fill-in-the-blank style flashcards created from the Grade 10 Consumer Studies November 2024 exam paper, covering essential definitions and concepts across all major topics.

Direct distribution of goods and services to the consumer is done through stalls at __________.

flea markets

Consumers will pay more for a particular item in a __________ store.

convenience

The golden rule for choosing cutlery at a formal dinner table is to start with the cutlery __________ from your plate.

furthest

Napkin etiquette requires you to unfold the napkin and place it on your __________ when you are seated.

lap

People who eat to make them feel better, but then feel worse afterwards are known as __________ eaters.

comfort

The fat-soluble vitamins are Vitamins A, D, E and __________.

K

The most important function of salt in the body is to maintain normal cell functioning and __________ balance.

fluid

The symbol shown in the image represents __________.

100% wool

Linen is made from the __________ plant.

flax

The care and maintenance symbol shown in the image represents __________.

tumble dry on low

South African houses should be __________ facing to receive maximum natural light.

North

The __________ life stage extends from when the first child leaves home until the last child does.

contracting

Market segmentation is done on the basis of similar __________ groups.

consumer

General running costs of a business, including electricity, are known as __________ costs.

overhead

The kitchen work triangle consists of the stove, sink and __________.

refrigerator

The rate at which your body uses energy to maintain basic body functions when completely at rest is known as __________.

BMR

A plan that accounts for all the foods eaten during the course of the day is called a __________.

meal plan

Cotton is sometimes treated with caustic soda to make it more lustrous, soft and stronger in a process called __________.

mercerisation

The ability of a fibre to spring back to its original shape and bulk after being pressed is called __________.

resilience

A finish applied to fabric to resist wetting while allowing water and air to pass through is a __________ finish.

water repellent

The scientific study of the process by which food is taken in and used for body functions is called __________.

nutrition

When the intake of nutrients is more than the body requires, it results in __________.

overnutrition

A person who buys products or services for personal use is defined as a __________.

consumer

Designing products, buildings and environments that everyone can use regardless of age, size or ability is known as __________ design.

universal

HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical __________ Point.

Control

Food handlers must obtain a certificate of __________ before they can handle food supplied to others.

acceptability

Meat Free Mondays is an environmental campaign aiming to raise awareness about __________ change caused by meat production.

climate

The specific group of consumers at which a business aims its products and services is called the __________ market.

target