Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Deceptive

question 259

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of deceptive advertising targeted by the FTC:

• A) claiming that "Hooked on Phonics" can teach people with learning disabilities to read
• B) claiming that Frosted Mini-Wheats improve children's attentiveness
• C) claiming that Rice Krispies increase immunity to disease
• D) all of the other specific choices are correct
• E) none of the other specific choices are correct

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