Question

the expiration date on a product refers to the last date a product should be __________. a. sold to a customer b. used before chances of spoiling increase c. packaged and put out on the shelves d. thrown away if not eaten

Explanation:

The expiration date indicates the last - recommended date for using a product to avoid increased spoilage risks. Option A (sold to a customer) is incorrect as selling a product after the expiration date is not advisable. Option C (packaged and put on shelves) is wrong as packaging and shelf - putting are earlier steps. Option D (thrown away if not eaten) is not the main meaning; it's about using before spoilage, not just discarding.

Answer:

B. used before chances of spoiling increase