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ASTM E 2164 : 2024 : REV A

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Standard Test Method for Directional Difference Test

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English

Published date

15-07-2024

Committee
E 18
DocumentType
Test Method
Pages
11
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Current
Supersedes

1.1This test method covers a procedure for comparing two products using a two-alternative forced-choice task.

1.2This method is sometimes referred to as a paired comparison test or as a 2-AFC (alternative forced choice) test.

1.3A directional difference test determines whether a difference exists in the perceived intensity of a specified sensory attribute between two samples.

1.4Directional difference testing is limited in its application to a specified sensory attribute and does not directly determine the magnitude of the difference for that specific attribute. Assessors must be able to recognize and understand the specified attribute. A lack of difference in the specified attribute does not imply that no overall difference exists.

1.5This test method does not address preference.

1.6A directional difference test is a simple task for assessors, and is used when sensory fatigue or carryover is a concern. The directional difference test does not exhibit the same level of fatigue, carryover, or adaptation as multiple sample tests such as triangle or duo-trio tests. For detail on comparisons among the various difference tests, see Ennis (1), MacRae (2), and O'Mahony and Odbert (3).2

1.7The procedure of the test described in this document consists of presenting a single pair of samples to the assessors.

1.8This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.9This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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