The Use of Superlatives Such as "Greatest," "Best," and "Finest

question 38

Multiple Choice

The use of superlatives such as "greatest," "best," and "finest" in advertising would constitute:

• A)an unfair claim.
• B)puffery.
• C)deception.
• D)an affirmative disclosure.
• E)advertising substantiation.

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Definitions:

Nouns

Words that name people, places, things, concepts, or ideas.

Punctuation

The marks used in writing to separate sentences and their elements, clarifying meaning.

Business Writing

A style of writing focused on clarity, brevity, and effectiveness, used in professional and corporate communications.

Parenthetical Expressions

Phrases or clauses inserted into a sentence as additional information or explanation, usually marked off by parentheses.