Fermentation is the conversion of carbohydrates into organicacids by microorganisms and is used
a. for meat to give characteristic flavor and texture beforelactic acid levels inhibit the bacterial growth.
b. most often with sausages because starter culture bacteria andsugars must be mixed homogenously to get uniform product characteristics.
c. along with drying to give the desired flavor and texture forsummer sausage, snack stick, and pepperoni sausages.
d. all of the above.