#1
Which act established the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)?
Federal Trade Commission Act
ExplanationEstablishment act of FTC.
#2
What year was the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) established?
1914
ExplanationEstablished in 1914.
#3
What is the 'Do Not Call' Registry enforced by the FTC primarily aimed at?
Preventing telemarketers from making unsolicited calls
ExplanationPreventing unsolicited calls.
#4
Which of the following statements about the FTC's role in protecting consumer privacy is true?
The FTC has broad authority to enforce privacy protections.
ExplanationFTC's authority in privacy protection.
#5
Which agency shares responsibility with the FTC for enforcing federal antitrust laws?
Department of Justice (DOJ)
ExplanationDOJ shares antitrust enforcement.
#6
What is the primary objective of the FTC's 'Cooling-Off Rule'?
To prevent consumers from impulse buying
ExplanationPreventing impulse buying.
#7
Which of the following is NOT within the jurisdiction of the FTC?
Labor relations
ExplanationOutside FTC's jurisdiction.
#8
What is the primary purpose of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection?
To enforce consumer protection laws
ExplanationEnforcing consumer protection laws.
#9
What is the main objective of the FTC's 'Made in USA' labeling standards?
To provide accurate information to consumers
ExplanationEnsuring accurate consumer information.
#10
Which of the following is an example of a deceptive advertising practice regulated by the FTC?
A company making false claims about the effectiveness of its product
ExplanationRegulation of false product claims.
#11
Which of the following is NOT covered by the FTC's Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)?
Employers
ExplanationExclusion from FCRA coverage.
#12
What is the primary purpose of the FTC's Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR)?
To regulate telemarketing calls
ExplanationRegulating telemarketing calls.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a tool used by the FTC to enforce consumer protection laws?
Trade embargoes
ExplanationNot used for enforcement.
#14
What role does the FTC play in regulating mergers and acquisitions?
The FTC reviews mergers and acquisitions to prevent anti-competitive behavior.
ExplanationPreventing anti-competitive behavior in mergers.
#15
In the context of consumer protection, what does 'cramming' refer to?
The unauthorized placement of charges on a consumer's phone bill
ExplanationUnauthorized phone bill charges.
#16
What is the FTC's role in enforcing the CAN-SPAM Act?
The FTC investigates and prosecutes violations of the CAN-SPAM Act.
ExplanationFTC's role in CAN-SPAM enforcement.
#17
What role does the FTC play in enforcing the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)?
The FTC regulates websites and online services that collect personal information from children under 13.
ExplanationRegulation of child privacy online.