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If a vehicle was declared a total loss in a collision but has since been repaired and received a structural safety certificate and a Safety Standards Certificate (SSC) from an authorized repair center, the dealer does not need to notify a purchaser of the previous damage.

a) True
b) False

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Dealers are required to disclose if a vehicle was declared a total loss in the past, even if it has been repaired and certified, making the statement False.

Step-by-step explanation:

The answer to the question is b) False. In most jurisdictions, a dealer is required to disclose to a potential purchaser if a vehicle has been previously declared a total loss, even if it has been repaired and certified thereafter. This is to ensure that the buyer is fully informed about the history and condition of the vehicle they are considering purchasing. The requirement to notify about previous damage exists because a vehicle that has been totaled and then repaired may still carry inherent risks or have a reduced resale value compared to one that has never been in such an accident.

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