You recently watched an infomercial at an Internet website in which an actor promoted a new weight loss product. The actor stated that you'll lose weight almost instantly by consuming the product, because it contains a secret herbal formula that's both safe and effective. The promoter also said that you can continue to eat all of your usual foods and still lose weight, while taking the herbal formula. You're concerned that people might waste their money on this product. Which agency should you contact to file a complaint about the website?

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is responsible for dealing with false advertising and deceptive marketing practices. They have the authority to investigate and take action against companies that make false claims about their product. Therefore, contacting the FTC would be the best choice in this situation.

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