Mattel Advertised a Parisian Barbie Doll, Complete with Chic Outfit

question 23

Multiple Choice

Mattel advertised a Parisian Barbie doll, complete with chic outfit, a designer purse, a convertible sports car and a tiny Eiffel Tower. While the outfit was included with the doll, the ad failed to mention that the other accessories were sold separately. This false impression would fall under the jurisdiction of:

• A) the Association of Canadian Advertisers
• B) the Competition Act
• C) Advertising Standards Canada
• D) the CRTC

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