Which of the following is an example a statement made by a salesperson that would be considered "puffing"?
A) This car will get 35 miles per gallon.
B) This is a genuine diamond ring.
C) This is an original work of art.
D) This copier is the best in the business.

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"Puffing" is when a salesperson makes exaggerated or subjective claims about a product that cannot be proven or disproven. Saying that a copier is "the best in the business" is an example of puffing because it is subjective and cannot be proven objectively. The other statements are either factual (A), verifiable (B), or provable (C) and therefore would not be considered puffing.

Which of the Following Is an Example a Statement Made