Advertising is false and deceptive under Section 5 of the FTC Act if it contains misinformation or omits important information that is likely to mislead a "reasonable consumer."

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This statement is true. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) prohibits false and deceptive advertising, which includes any advertisements that contain incorrect or inaccurate information or omit essential information that could mislead a reasonable consumer. The FTC Act also requires advertisers to back up any claims made in their advertisements with evidence. Failure to comply with these rules can result in legal action by the FTC.

Advertising Is False and Deceptive Under Section 5 of the FTC