Question

read this passage about orange juice. then, select the sentence that best suggests that commercial orange juice brands focus more on shelf life than on retaining natural taste.

most people love the taste of fresh - squeezed orange juice. unfortunately, it tends to go bad not long after it is squeezed. because of this, companies have found ways to lengthen the shelf - life of orange juice. after the fruit is washed thoroughly, the juice is extracted and strained to avoid having seeds or pieces of rind in the juice. many commercial brands then remove the oxygen from the juice, which keeps it from spoiling but also removes much of the flavor. before it is packaged into cartons, flavor packs are added to create a better taste and smell.

Explanation:

This sentence directly states that a common commercial practice extends shelf life (prevents spoiling) while sacrificing natural flavor, then notes artificial flavor packs are added later, showing priority on shelf life over natural taste.

Answer:

Many commercial brands then remove the oxygen from the juice, which keeps it from spoiling but also removes much of the flavor.