Final answer:
The buyer is the least liable for misrepresentations made by the seller, with the seller being primarily responsible. Option 1 is correct.
Step-by-step explanation:
The individual least liable for misrepresentations made by the seller is Option 1: The buyer. Misrepresentation in a sales context typically refers to false statements or promises made by the seller which the buyer relies on when deciding to make a purchase.
It is the seller who may be held responsible for providing inaccurate information about the product or service. The government and product manufacturer, without direct involvement in the sales transaction or misrepresentation, would also generally have less liability compared to the seller.
However, the presence of specific laws or regulations and the role of the manufacturer in providing the product could add complexities to determining the extent of their liabilities.