Asked by Ricci Jones on Jul 17, 2024

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The Federal Trade Commission Act allows the FTC to:

A) determine what constitutes deceptive advertising practices.
B) prohibit all advertising in certain professions.
C) require advertisers to contribute to a fund to reimburse injured consumers.
D) require the independent testing of consumer goods.

Federal Trade Commission Act

A United States federal law established in 1914 to promote consumer protection and to eradicate anticompetitive business practices.

Deceptive Advertising

Marketing practices that mislead or trick consumers into buying or using a product or service through false claims, incomplete information, or other misleading means.

Independent Testing

Testing conducted by an external or third-party organization to ensure objectivity and impartiality, usually for quality control or compliance purposes.

  • Understand the role and the enforcement powers of the Federal Trade Commission in consumer protection.
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Joseph ValenzoJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The Federal Trade Commission Act allows the FTC to determine what constitutes deceptive advertising practices, in order to protect consumers from false or misleading advertising claims. The other options listed are not specifically granted to the FTC by this act.