An online advertisement for a weight-loss product includes before and after photos of a woman who supposedly lost 50 pounds in 3 weeks while taking the product.The bottom of the ad includes the statement,"Results are not typical." This statement is an example of a(n)________.
A)testimonial
B)anecdote
C)placebo
D)disclaimer

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The statement "Results are not typical" is a disclaimer, which is a legal statement added to advertisements to absolve the company of any responsibility if the product does not work as expected. It indicates that the claims made in the advertisement may not apply to everyone who uses the product.

An Online Advertisement for a Weight-Loss Product Includes Before and After