A weight-loss ad claims, "Lose up to five pounds per week." Is this statement a basis for misrepresentation?


Yes, the statement could be a basis for misrepresentation, but it is open-ended enough that there may not be any action against the company for making it. The statement does not guarantee five pounds per week - it is only "up to." If anything, the statement is only placing a maximum on weight loss.

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A. Structural B. Human resources C. Informational D. Cultural E. Competitive

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A. ignore undesirable behaviors. B. save reprimands until the end of the workday, or preferably before a weekend. C. do it in conjunction with positive reinforcement. D. make sure that other employees witness the punishment. E. punish even minor infractions, to appear consistent.

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________ refers to the right of employees to be treated fairly and with respect regardless of race, sex, national origin, physical disability, age, or religion while on the job.

A. Terminate-at-will B. Cooperative acceptance C. Discrimination D. Hire-at-will E. Discretionary approval

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Which of the following is an example of a high-context culture?

A. German-speaking countries B. Scandinavian countries C. North America D. Japan

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