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O-LevelCommerceConsumer protection7100/11 · Oct/Nov 2012 · Q81 Mark

Why does a government introduce consumer protection laws?

AConsumers need safeguarding from unscrupulous traders.
BConsumers want a bargain when buying a product.
CRetailers are assisted to trade legally.
DRetailers can make profits from consumers.

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A: Consumers need safeguarding from unscrupulous traders.

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Topic
Consumer protection, O-Level Commerce (syllabus 7100). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
O-Level Commerce, Oct/Nov 2012 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 8.

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