While Reading a Magazine, James Notices an Ad for a Weight-Loss

question 31

Multiple Choice

While reading a magazine, James notices an ad for a weight-loss supplement that promises rapid weight loss. Which claim and(or) term used in the ad are(is) false or misleading?

• A) safe only
• B) promises rapid weight loss
• C) supplement only
• D) safe; promises rapid weight loss
• E) safe; supplement

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Definitions:

Merchant

An individual or business involved in the wholesale purchase or retail sale of goods for profit.

Non-necessary Item

Refers to goods or services that are not essential for survival or basic living and are often categorized as luxury or discretionary purchases.

Minor

A person under the age of legal adulthood, which varies by jurisdiction but is commonly 18 years old.

Contract

A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties with mutual obligations.