An Agent's Authority to Act on Behalf of a Principal

question 23

True/False

An agent's authority to act on behalf of a principal must be apparent to be real.

Understand the legal implications of deceptive advertising practices.

Identify the elements and examples of deceptive claims in advertising.

Recognize the consumer protections provided by laws and regulations against misleading advertisements and fraud.

Understand the role and enforcement actions of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in protecting consumers.

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Definitions:

Eye Contact

The act of looking directly into another person’s eyes, which can communicate various messages and emotions, depending on the cultural context.

Posture

The position or arrangement of the body and its parts, often associated with confidence or the lack thereof.

Disconfirming Response

A communication pattern that rejects or invalidates a person's self-concept.

Impervious Response

A form of non-responsive or dismissive communication in which one ignores or does not react to someone else's communication.