Question

Best-before and Use-by dates on packets have the same meaning.

(a) True

(b) False

The question was asked by my school principal while I was bunking the class.

The origin of the question is Packaging Laws & Regulations in section Food Packaging Materials, Packaging Standards and Regulation Laws of Food Packaging Technology

Answer 1

Right answer is (b) False

For explanation I would say: The given statement is false. Best-before date signifies that the quality of product deteriorates. It is however, safe to consume after the best-before date. Use-by date signifies that the product will not have the similar product quality and safety attributes as before.