Occasionally the Federal Trade Commission Bypasses Its Typical Process and Uses

question 36

Multiple Choice

Occasionally the Federal Trade Commission bypasses its typical process and uses the court system to stop an unfair or deceptive marketing practice. Of the following, which would be the most likely to trigger this type of action?

• A)The actions of a company are so severe that immediate action is needed
• B)A full commission of the FTC is not available to hear a case
• C)A company violates a consent order
• D)A company appeals a consent order

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Definitions:

Repolarization

The process of returning membrane potential to its resting level.

Equilibrium Potential

This term refers to the electrical potential difference that precisely balances an ionic concentration gradient across a membrane, resulting in no net ion flow.

Hyperpolarization

An increase in a cell's membrane potential, making it more negative inside compared to the outside and further from the threshold that causes action potentials.

Absolute Refractory Period

A period immediately following the stimulation during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.