What does FIFO stand for and why is it used in kitchen operations?

What does FIFO stand for and why is it used in kitchen operations?

• A. Fast In, Fast Out; to speed up service.
• B. First In, Final Out; to ensure final items are discarded first.
• C. First Inventory, Final Output; to control inventory counts.
• D. First In, First Out; to rotate stock so older items are used first and waste is reduced.

Answer: (D)