What is identified as a key indicator of avocado quality?

• A. Rancidity
• B. Color depth
• C. Size uniformity
• D. Seed count

Answer: (A)

The key indicator of avocado quality is color depth. The color of an avocado's skin can provide valuable information about its ripeness and overall quality. Generally, a darker skin color indicates that the avocado is more likely to be ripe and ready for consumption. This relationship between color and ripeness helps consumers and suppliers assess whether an avocado meets quality standards for sale and consumption. Factors such as size uniformity and seed count can influence perceived value or marketability but are not direct indicators of fruit quality. Rancidity, on the other hand, pertains to the quality of the edible flesh once it has been cut or processed, rather than serving as an initial quality indicator before purchase.