Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Relationship Between

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between factual misrepresentations and puffery in advertisements?

• A)A factual misrepresentation is demonstrably false, while puffery is a statement about the quality of a product that cannot be disproven because of its general nature.
• B)Factual misrepresentation are minor false claims, while puffery are false claims that make significant claims about a product's effectiveness.
• C)Both factual misrepresentations and puffery can lead to successful lawsuits by competitors under the Lanham Act.
• D)Competitors can demonstrate that both factual misrepresentations and puffery are false.

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Definitions:

Informational Cues

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Attributions

The process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events, attributing them to internal dispositions or external situations.

360-Degree Feedback

A comprehensive performance appraisal system where employees receive confidential, anonymous feedback from the people who work around them, including peers, supervisors, subordinates, and sometimes customers.

Appraisal System

A formal process used by organizations to evaluate employee performance, typically involving assessment tools and feedback mechanisms.