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For tea bags used in 16-32 oz iced cups with vanilla syrup, select the correct ratio of tea bags to syrup pumps:

a) 16 oz - 2 bags, 3 pumps; 24 oz - 2 bags, 5 pumps; 32 oz - 3 bags, 6 pumps
b) 16 oz - 1 bag, 3 pumps; 24 oz - 2 bags, 5 pumps; 32 oz - 3 bags, 6 pumps
c) 16 oz - 2 bags, 2 pumps; 24 oz - 3 bags, 4 pumps; 32 oz - 4 bags, 6 pumps
d) 16 oz - 3 bags, 3 pumps; 24 oz - 3 bags, 5 pumps; 32 oz - 4 bags, 6 pumps

Answer :

For tea bags used in 16-32oz iced cups with vanilla syrup, the correct ratio of tea bags to syrup pumps is as follows: c) 16oz - 2 bags, 2 pumps; 24oz - 3 bags, 4 pumps; 32oz - 4 bags, 6 pumps.

We can use the concept of ratios to determine the correct option. Here is a detailed approach:

  • Compare the ratio of syrup pumps as the size increases.

16oz to 24oz: 2 pumps to 4 pumps.

  • Check if the given ratios are consistent for each increase in cup size.

24oz to 32oz: 4 pumps to 6 pumps.

This option shows a consistent increase in syrup pumps: 2 pumps increase for every 8 ounces increase in cup size.

Final answer:

The correct ratio of tea bags to syrup pumps for 16oz, 24oz, and 32oz iced cups with vanilla syrup is 1 bag with 3 pumps, 2 bags with 5 pumps, and 3 bags with 6 pumps respectively, which corresponds to option b.

Explanation:

The correct ratio of tea bags to syrup pumps for different sizes of iced cups with vanilla syrup according to the given options is:

  • 16oz - 1 bag, 3 pumps
  • 24oz - 2 bags, 5 pumps
  • 32oz - 3 bags, 6 pumps

This implies that option b is the correct one. If we consider the beverage preparation method similar to making a sugar solution, where sugar is added in proportion to the water (as in the case of the vanilla syrup as a sweetener), an understanding of ratios becomes essential to strike the right balance between flavor and strength of the tea.