The maker of Skittles candy tested and prepared hundreds of batches of candy for taste-testers, who were employees of the company. The taste-testers were instructed to identify the best formula for mint-flavoured Skittles. What type of test was used?
A)adoption-rate
B)concept
C)laboratory
D)market

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The type of test used was a laboratory test. This involved preparing different batches of candy with variations in ingredients and flavours and having the taste-testers (who were employees of the company) evaluate and identify the best formula for mint-flavoured Skittles. This process was conducted in a controlled environment, which is characteristic of a laboratory test.

The Maker of Skittles Candy Tested and Prepared Hundreds of Batches