The Audi 5000S Was Investigated Because of Reported Instances of Unintended

question 185

Multiple Choice

The Audi 5000S was investigated because of reported instances of unintended acceleration. The investigating body concluded that the acceleration was not a result of a system malfunction but was due instead to driver error. However, they also said that the awkward placement of the brake and accelerator pedals was the primary contributor to these driver errors. By designing this part of the 5000S in an ergonomically inefficient manner, Audi ignored which of the four basic rights of consumers?

• A) The right to be informed
• B) The right to choose
• C) The right to safety
• D) The right to be heard
• E) The right to comfort

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Definitions:

Domestic Violence

A pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship used by one partner to gain or maintain control over another intimate partner, encompassing physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats.

Filmed Violence

The depiction of aggressive and violent acts in movies, television shows, or video recordings, which can have various impacts on viewers.

Media Violence

Depictions of violent acts in various forms of media, such as television, movies, video games, and the internet, and its impact on behavior.

Desensitization

The process of reducing sensitivity or responsiveness to a stimulus, often through repeated exposure, which can reduce fear, anxiety, or other negative responses.