Asked by Muhammad Ahmed on May 19, 2024
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Section 5 of the FTC Act prohibits unfair acts or practices that cause substantial consumer harm.Which of the following examples would generally not qualify as a substantial harm?
A) Emotional distress
B) Monetary loss
C) Unwarranted health risks
D) Unwarranted safety risks
Substantial Harm
Significant or considerable damage, injury, or adverse impact.
Unfair Acts
Actions or practices by individuals or companies that are unjust, misleading, or fraudulent and harm consumers or competition.
- Acquire knowledge of the conditions for consumer damage under Section 5 of the FTC Act and their effect on FTC regulatory measures.
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KA
Khalil Al-AminMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Monetary loss and unwarranted health and safety risks usually constitute substantial harm,but emotional distress and the perceived offensiveness of certain advertisements generally do not.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the conditions for consumer damage under Section 5 of the FTC Act and their effect on FTC regulatory measures.