When are sweepstakes and contests unethical?
A) The prize has no monetary value.
B) The prize is a new product.
C) Everyone receives a prize of some sort.
D) Consumers think their odds of winning are greater than they really are.
E) The sweepstakes or contests are used for publicity.

Question

When are sweepstakes and contests unethical? 
A) The prize has no monetary value. 
B) The prize is a new product. 
C) Everyone receives a prize of some sort. 
D) Consumers think their odds of winning are greater than they really are. 
E) The sweepstakes or contests are used for publicity.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

It is unethical if the sweepstakes or contest's promotion of higher odds of winning than what is true is misleading to consumers, causing them to make decisions they might not have made under different circumstances. This could lead to unfair trade practices or even fraud, especially if consumers are required to pay to enter.

When Are Sweepstakes and Contests Unethical