When a company is said to have engaged in "greenwashing," it means that the ________.
A) company has significantly changed its business processes to incorporate a greener, more environmentally friendly philosophy
B) company has moved its production facilities to countries where environmental laws and regulations are less rigorous
C) company has changed its "green" image in order to appeal to a different, usually older, demographic
D) company's products are not nearly as green and environmentally beneficial as its marketing might suggest
E) company has undertaken a campaign to lobby for tougher environmental regulations for the industry

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Greenwashing refers to a company making exaggerated or false claims about the environmental benefits of its products or practices in order to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. Essentially, it means a company is making their products seem more environmentally friendly than they actually are in order to boost sales.

When a Company Is Said to Have Engaged in "Greenwashing