Asked by Mike Tyson Bing Bong on May 12, 2024

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Which of the following is not considered deceptive by the FTC in regards to advertising?

A) Statements that have the potential to mislead reasonable customers
B) A money back guarantee
C) Implying claims without actually making them
D) Omitting important information that might shape the purchase decision
E) An untrue statement

FTC

The Federal Trade Commission, a governmental agency in the United States responsible for protecting consumers and maintaining competition.

Deceptive Advertising

Marketing practices that mislead or trick consumers into believing something about a product or service that is not true.

Money Back Guarantee

A promise made to customers that they will receive a refund if they are not satisfied with a product or service within a specified period.

  • Identify the legal and ethical norms governing marketing activities.
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Shauna NadeauMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
B)The FTC considers messages to be deceptive if they (a)include statements that are likely to mislead reasonable customers and the statements are an important part of the purchasing decision, (b)fail to include important information, or (c)imply deceptive claims without actually making them. According to the FTC, offering a money-back guarantee or providing letters from satisfied customers is not enough; you must still be able to support your claims with objective evidence such as a survey or scientific study, however, this is not considered deceptive advertising.