What Legal Consequence Might a Business Face Were It to Advertise

question 38

Multiple Choice

What legal consequence might a business face were it to advertise an untrue statement of fact about its competitor?

• A) mandatory arbitration
• B) a lawsuit for defamation
• C) a lawsuit for passing off
• D) prosecution under the Criminal Code

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Definitions:

Capital Expansion

The process of investing in additional resources, such as equipment or facilities, to increase the capacity or efficiency of a business.

Total Independence

The state of being completely self-reliant and not dependent on others or external support.

Team Size

Refers to the number of individuals that constitute a team, affecting its dynamics and performance.

Effectiveness

The degree to which objectives are achieved and targeted results are fulfilled within an organization or system, often used as an indicator of success.