Question

read the excerpt below to answer the question that follows. packages and their labels should enable consumers to obtain accurate information as to the quantity of the contents and should assist in value comparisons. therefore, it is hereby declared to be the policy of the congress to assist consumers and manufacturers in reaching these goals in the marketing of consumer goods. —u.s. food and drug administration, fair packaging and labeling act, 1967 how does the fair packaging and labeling act increase market competition? ∘ the price of goods is controlled ∘ the number of manufacturers is limited ∘ the consumer has more information to make decisions ∘ the manufacturers have fewer restrictions on marketing methods

Explanation:

The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act helps consumers get accurate info on content quantity and value comparisons. Let's analyze each option:

• "The price of goods is controlled": The act is about labeling/info, not price control. Eliminate.
• "The number of manufacturers is limited": The act doesn't limit manufacturers; it's about consumer info. Eliminate.
• "The consumer has more information to make decisions": With accurate info (from labels), consumers can compare products better, leading to more competition as they can choose based on info. This fits.
• "The manufacturers have fewer restrictions on marketing methods": The act gives info requirements, not fewer marketing restrictions. Eliminate.

Answer:

C. The consumer has more information to make decisions