Question

Meagan purchases an easel for her art studio. She was recommended a particular easel at the art store when she asked for one that could hold canvases up to 34 inches high. However, five days later, when she uses the easel, it tips over when she has a canvas only 30 inches high. Meagan knows that the store does not accept returns after three days, so she decides she cannot get her money back and donates the easel to an elementary school.

Instead of donating the easel, what could Meaghan have researched and applied for to get her money back?
Select the best answer from the choices provided.
A. the store's reputation
B. the quality of the item
C. consumer protection laws
D. the terms of the transaction

Answer 1

Meagan could have looked into consumer protection laws to see if she could get a refund for the easel, despite the store's three-day return policy.

Step-by-step explanation:

Instead of donating the easel, Meagan could have researched and applied consumer protection laws to get her money back. Although the store's return policy was limited to three days, consumer protection laws might provide additional rights that could apply in her situation, such as warranties or misrepresentation of the product's capabilities. By understanding her rights under these laws, Meagan could have potentially addressed the issue with the store even after the return period had passed.