In 2003, the U

In 2003, the U.S.Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a formal complaint against a major fast food chain over what it called deceptive advertising.In television spots, the chain claimed that its fried chicken was healthier than other fast food, when compared for fat, carbohydrate, and protein content.The fast food purveyor ended up settling with the FTC, and pulling the ads.Even so, federal court long established that the agency has the power to regulate false or misleading advertising because:

A) commercial speech is not fully protected under the First Amendment, since it cannot be considered political speech.
B) the government's compelling interest in protecting the health and safety of consumers outweighs the First Amendment rights of private businesses.
C) only individuals have First Amendment rights, not businesses or corporations.
D) money spent on advertising is not considered speech.