Question

A mouth and gums claims its rinse kills germs over a long period of time. How can the firm stop false advertising?

1) By providing scientific evidence to support the claim
2) By conducting independent tests to verify the claim
3) By issuing a public apology and retracting the false advertising
4) By facing legal consequences for false advertising

Answer 1

To stop false advertising, the mouth and gums rinse firm can provide scientific evidence, conduct independent tests, issue a public apology, retract false advertising, and face legal consequences if necessary.

Correct option is 4.

Step-by-step explanation:

False advertising by a mouth and gums rinse claiming to kill germs over a long period of time can be stopped through a combination of measures:

1. Providing scientific evidence that supports the claim of germ-killing properties.
2. Conducting independent tests to verify the claim and ensure its accuracy.
3. Issuing a public apology and retracting the false advertising if it has already been disseminated.
4. Finally, the firm may face legal consequences for false advertising if the claims are found to be intentionally deceptive.