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BIOGRAPHICAL NOTE ABOUT THE RESEACHER

Bianca C. Peneyra, 17 years old, was born on November 24, 2006, in Paco roman, Rizal, Nueva Ecija. She is the
second daughter of Dolores Peneyra and Eduardo Peneyra. She completed her pre-elementary and elementary
education at Paco roman Elementary School, Rizal, Nueva Ecija, from 2011 to 2019. She continued her secondary
education at Agbannawag National High School from 2019 to 2023. She is currently enrolled as a senior high school
student at Agbannawag National High School in Agbannawag, Rizal, Nueva Ecija.

During her elementary years, she was awarded honors in first grade, with honors,in second grade, she also
awarded, with honors, in sixth grade, she received an award of Most honest. In tenth grade, she also earned
honors; and in eleventh grade, she also received an award of with honors in second semester.

Her motto in life is “God’s love empowers me to live with faith, hope, and courage”,which means is that the love of
God gives the person strength and ability to live their life with belief in God, optimism for the future, and bravery
in facing challenges. It suggests that through God’s love, one finds the motivation and confidence to navigate life’s
journey with a positive and steadfast mindset.
Her ambition in life is to become a successful computer programmer and also to become a nurse to help her family
and make up for all their hardships.In this dream, she wants to achieve it so that she can give her family a good life
and get them out of poverty.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Planting trees is also one of the common activities. Growing up in a place where there are bilimbi trees,
it is also often seen everywhere and sometimes its fruits just fall off and rot, so I thought why not just
make it useful, so that it is not wasted.

According to Sirikul Thummajitsakul, Kun

Silprasit, (2023)

Melanin is a natural substance responsible for human skin pigmentation. Tyrosinase is known as a key
enzyme involved in melanin production; therefore, hyperactivity of this enzyme leads to
hyperpigmentation in human. In current study, leaves and fruits of Averrhoa bilimbi L. were extracted
with ethanol and water solvents, and its fruit vinegar was produced by fermenting fresh fruits with sugar
at room temperature for 10 days.
The researcher of this study will create a vinegar using bilimbi as a viable alternative source for vinegar
production. The objective is to conducting taste tests to assess its flavor, aroma, and overall
acceptability compared to traditional vinegar.

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Review of Related Literature

According to Alhassan Muhammad Alhassan, Qamar Uddin Ahmed,(2016),Averrhoa bilimbi
Linn. Is principally cultivated for medicinal purposes in many tropical and subtropical countries
of the world. Literature survey about this plant shows that A. bilimbi is mainly used as a folk
medicine in the treatment of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and as an antimicrobial agent.
The prime objective of this review is to accumulate and organize literature based on traditional
claims and correlate those with current findings on the use of A. bilimbi in the management of
different ailments. Through interpreting already published scientific …
According to Pranali R Gawli, Sanika S Sarpotdar, Sainath M Nair, Vaishali Y Jadhv, (2021),
Conventionally folk remedy includes A. bilimbi for various ailments such as fever, mumps, skin
allergies, scurvy, rheumatism, etc. The plant parts possessing medicinal value are primarily
leaves and fruits. The plant contains phytoconstituents such as flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins,
and triterpenoids. This tropical plant holds great importance in folk medicine.
According to Jyoti Bala Chauhan, Wethroe Kapfo, AR Gulnaz, (2015),I n the present study, aqueous
methanolic extract of Bilimbi and aqueous acetone extract of Star fruit were assessed for its
anthelminthic activity against adult e arthworms (Pheretima posthuma). Various concentrations of both
extracts were tested and results were expressed in terms of time for paralysis and time for death of
worms. Albendazole was used as a reference standard.

According to M Garg, SK Chaudhary, Sapna Kumar, Anju Goyal, (2022),Averrhoa bilimbi is primarily
utilized in traditional medicine to cure blood pressure, high levels of sugar in the blood and many
 infectious diseases. The key objective of the current review is to assemble and establish literature based
on traditional claims and relate those with up-to-date pharmacological results on the use of Averrhoa
bilimbi for managing diverse diseases.

According to Sonia Saini International Education and Research Journal , (2016),Averrhoabilimbi Linn. Is
principally cultivated for medicinal purposes in many tropical and subtropical countries of the world.
Literature survey about this plant shows that A. bilimbi is mainly used as a folk medicine in the
treatment of diabetes mellitus, hypertension and as an antimicrobial agent.

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Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
According to Sirikul Thummajitsakul, Kun
Silprasit, (2023) to explore the impact of sensory marketing on consumer perceptions and
preferences for bilimbi vinegar. Sensory marketing theory posits that consumers’ perceptions
and preferences for products are deeply influenced by the sensory experiences they evoke. In
the case of bilimbi vinegar, its unique tartness, distinctive aroma, and visually appealing
presentation play a crucial role in shaping consumer attitudes and ultimately influencing their
purchasing decisions.

Paradigm of the Study

INPUT PROCES OUTPUT

S

Socio-demograhic STUDENT-
profile of the RESPONDENTS-
respondents : RESPONSE

RECOMMENDATION
 Age;  Taste
TO ENHANCE
 Sex;  Preferences
/IMPROVE THE
 Odor
BILIMBI VINEGAR
 Packaging
 Suggestions to
enhance/upgrade
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Statement of the Problem

This study determines the proposed enhancement or upgrade of bilimbi vinegar.Specifically, I
sought to answer the following questions:

1. Is the bilimbi vinegar have sour?

1.1 Yes
1.2 No
1.3 Maybe
1.4 Others
2. Where do you must prefer to use bilimbi vinegar?
2.1 In making sauce
2.2 In cooking
2.3 Others
3. How would you describe the odor of bilimbi vinegar?
3.1 Fermented
3.2 Tangy
3.3 Vinegary
3.4 Others
4. Do you have any suggestion for the packaging?
4.1 Yes
4.2 None
4.3 Others
5. What is your suggestion/s to enhance/ improve the quality of bilimbi vinegar
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Significance of the study

This present study provides a baseline information on the enhancement of bilimbi vinegar
School: The study offers a unique opportunity for school administrators to understand the
potential of bilimbi vinegar as a sustainable alternative to conventional cleaning products and
condiments. By analyzing the findings, schools can develop comprehensive plans for promoting
responsible use of bilimbi vinegar, ensuring student safety, and fostering a healthy and eco-
friendly environment.
School Heads: The research provides valuable information for school heads to address the issue
of waste management and sustainable practices within the school. By understanding the
versatility and benefits of bilimbi vinegar, school heads can formulate effective strategies for
incorporating this natural product into various school activities, promoting environmental
consciousness and responsible resource utilization.
Teachers: The study serves as a valuable resource for teachers, providing them with the
necessary information to educate students on the importance of sustainable practices and the
benefits of using natural products. By understanding the versatility of bilimbi vinegar and its
potential applications in various school activities, teachers can effectively promote
environmentally conscious habits and responsible resource management among their students.
Researcher: This study provides researchers with a better understanding of the process and
proper ethics of conducting experimental research.
Students: The research directly benefits students by providing them with information on how to
use bilimbi vinegar effectively and safely in various school activities. The study highlights the
potential of this natural product to contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally
conscious school environment.
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Future Researchers: This study serves as a valuable foundation for future research on the
efficacy and applications of bilimbi vinegar in various contexts, particularly within educational
settings. By analyzing the methodology and findings of this research, future researchers can
build upon existing knowledge and explore new avenues for investigation, focusing on the
potential of bilimbi vinegar to promote sustainable practices and environmental awareness.
This study will provide them information on the Bili vinegar In Agbannawag, National High
School, Rizal, Nueva Ecija.

Definition of terms
Acid – A compound which has a pH level lower than seven- as used in the study,
this refers to the classification of the product that will be produced based on its
pH.
Kamias ( Averrhoa bilimbi )- is a fruit-bearing tree of the genius Averrhoa,
familyOxalidaceae.- in this study, this refers to the fruit which will serve as the
main material inmaking vinegar
Fermentation-Storing the substance is a jar. Chemical decomposition of an
organicsubstance without the use of oxygen.- this refers to the process that will
be used to produce the vinegar from kamias extract.
Vinegar- A sour-tasting liquid containing acetic acid, obtained by fermenting
dilutealcoholic liquids, typically wine, cider, or bees, and used as a condiment or
for pickling.- this refers to the product that will be produced from the kamias fruit
extract
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Justification of the Study

The related literature and studies in the research were cited from books, journals, and other
published materials. The present study had similarities to the previous studies as presented
to the literature cited. Indeed, the differences existed in terms of research design, data
collection and analysis, research environment, time and the venue. This differences made the
present study worth conducting.

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Chapter 2
Research Methodology
This chapter present the methodology of the study. It includes research design,
research locale and sampling procedure, scope and delimitation, research
instrument, data gathering procedures, data analysis and statistical treatment of
data.
Research Design
Product research is any research you conduct to better inform your product and
understand your user and market. Unlike users research, product research goes
beyond evaluating the user experience and includes markets analysis, pricing,
feature prioritization, and assessing business viability.
Research Locale and Sampling Procedure
The study was conducted at Agbannawag National High School, Rizal District II,
Division of Nueva Ecija. The researchers employed purposive sampling using the
snowball technique to identify the respondents. With this methods, the
researcher will select respondents based on referrals from existing participants
until the desired sample size is achieved.

This study was conducted at Agbannawag National High School in the second
semester of the school year 2024-2025.
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Table 1
Population and Sample size

Teacher’s Number of Teachers Number of Respondents

32 32 9

Scope And Delimitation Of The Study

This study was conducted in Agbannawag National High School and the High
School Student was the respondents. Socio-demographic profile include age,sex
was used as variable to determine the reason why the respondents like/did not
like the taste, preferences,odor, packaging,and what enhancement /upgrade in
bilimbi vinegar may be proposed.
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This study was conducted at Agbannawag National High School in the second
semester of the school year 2024-2025.

Research Instrument
The instrument that was used in the research is questionnaire
containing the socio-demographic profile of the student respondents,
such as age and sex. The questionnaire also asked respondents about
their preferences regarding the taste, preferences, odor, and packaging
of the bilimbi vinegar,as well as any suggestion they had for enhancing
or upgrading the product.

Data Gathering Procedure

Prior to the actual data gathering, the researcher sought permission
from the school principal. After securing the approval. The researcher
set schedule for distributing the questionnaires, considering the
available time to avoid disruption of classes. The researcher provided
the

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questionnaires to the student respondents and collected their

completed forms. Likewise, any questions from the respondents were
entertained and elaborated on to ensure their understanding and to
clarify what the researcher expected from them.

Data Analysis

The statistical tools and analyses which was used to answer the posed
problems:
Frequency counts and percentage presented in textual form and were
used to describe the age, sex, the reason why the respondents like/did
not like the taste, preferences, odor,packaging and what suggestion/s
they proposed enhance/upgrade the bilimbi vinegar and to encourage
more teachers to try them.
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Formula Frequency and Percentage:

(%) = f/x100
Where:
%=Percentage of Frequency
F=Frequency
N=Number or Respondents
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Kamias ( Averrhoa bilimbi )

Fruit Extract as Vinegar

A Research Study
Presented to the
Faculty of The Senior High
Agbannawag National High School
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the subject

Practical Research II

Bianca C. Peneyra

S.Y 2024- 2025