Question

The tip of the tongue is most sensitive to __________ substance.

• A. bitter
• B. sweet
• C. salt
• D. both B & C

Answer 1

The correct option is D both B & C

Human beings can differentiate mainly between four fundamental tastes - sweet, salt, bitter and sour. The tip of the tongue is most sensitive to sweet and salty substances, the side to sour, while the back is most sensitive to bitter taste.