Which of these items should be measured using a transparent cup? pine nuts, virgin olive oil , salt ,pepper, cheese

Virgin olive oil

Explanation:

The measurement of items using various methods depends on the content and the state of the material or product been measured. it is necessary to measure a liquid substance using the transparent cup so as to see if there are any residue from the measured substance.

other forms of substances can be measured using either a transparent measuring instrument or a non-transparent measuring instrument/equipment. the salt and pepper can be stored in transparent container if the container is not labelled as well .

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