In Which Case Did the Court Set Out the Guidelines

question 41

Multiple Choice

In which case did the court set out the guidelines for determining if conduct is misleading or deceptive within the meaning of s 18 of the Australian Consumer Law?

• A)McDonald's System of Australia Pty Ltd v McWilliams Wines Pty Ltd (1980)33 ALR 394.
• B)Parkdale Custom Built Furniture Pty Ltd v Puxu Pty Ltd (1982)149 CLR 191.
• C)Taco Company of Australia Inc v Taco Bell Pty Ltd (1982)ATPR 40-303.
• D)Pacific Dunlop v Hogan (1989)23 FCR 553.

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Definitions:

Gross Profit Method

An inventory costing method that estimates the cost of goods sold and ending inventory based on the gross profit margin.

Inventory Valuation

The method used to calculate the cost of goods sold and ending inventory, such as FIFO, LIFO, or weighted average cost.

Casualty

An unexpected or sudden event causing loss or damage, often used in insurance to refer to accidents or mishaps causing physical harm or property damage.

Retail Basis

A method of inventory accounting where inventory is valued at retail prices, then converted to a cost basis using a predetermined cost-to-retail ratio.