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Introduction to Business© Thomson South-Western
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Consumers in the Global Economy
15-115-1 Consumer Buying Decisions
15-215-2 Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
15-315-3 Consumer Protection Actions
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LESSON 15-1
Consumer Buying DecisionsGoals Identify major sources of consumer
information. Explain wise buying actions. Describe the main types of shopping
locations.
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Key Terms
unit price brand impulse buying
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CONSUMER INFORMATION SOURCES Product testing organizations
Organizations paid by manufactures Independent testing organizations
Media sources Print publishers Broadcast organizations The Internet
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CONSUMER INFORMATION SOURCES Government agencies
Federal State Local
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CONSUMER INFORMATION SOURCES Business sources
Advertising Product labels Customer service departments Better Business Bureau
Personal contacts
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What are the main sources of consumer information?
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WISE BUYING STRATEGIES
Use decision-making Comparison shopping
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USE DECISION-MAKING
1.1. Identify your needs or wants.
2.2. Know the choices available.
3.3. Determine your desired satisfaction.
4.4. Evaluate alternatives.
5.5. Make the decision.
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COMPARISON SHOPPING
Compare prices Compare quality Compare services Compare sales Compare brands
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WISE BUYING: A SUMMARY
Take your time Time your purchases Avoid being impulsive
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What decision-making steps should be taken when making a purchase?
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SHOPPING LOCATIONS
Traditional retailers Contemporary retailers Non-store shopping
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What are the main categories of shopping locations?
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LESSON 15-2
Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
Goals Explain the consumer movement. Explain seven consumer rights. Describe consumer responsibilities.
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Key Terms
consumer movement fraud guarantee express warranty implied warranty
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THE CONSUMER MOVEMENT Consumer Bill of Rights
1.1. The right to be informed.
2.2. The right to safety.
3.3. The right to choose.
4.4. The right to be heard.
5.5. The right to a remedy.
6.6. The right to consumer education.
7.7. The right to service.
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What are the seven rights of consumers?
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THE RIGHT TO BE INFORMED You have a right to know what the
product or service is and what it will do for you.
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THE RIGHT TO SAFETY
Consumers have a right to be safe from harm associated with using products or services.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) United States Department of Agriculture
(USDA)
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THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE
Consumers have the right to choose from a variety of goods and services.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Monopoly
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THE RIGHT TO BE HEARD
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Office of the Attorney General Department of Consumer Affairs Better Business Bureau
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THE RIGHT TO A REMEDY
Consumers have the right to seek a legal remedy when a problem occurs.
Guarantee Express warranty Implied warranty
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THE RIGHT TO CONSUMER EDUCATION Educated consumers are aware that
their decisions have economic and social implications.
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THE RIGHT TO SERVICE
Convenience Courtesy Responsiveness
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How does an express warranty differ from an implied warranty?
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YOUR CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES Be honest Be reasonable Be active Be informed Be involved
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What actions can be taken to be an involved consumer?
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LESSON 15-3LESSON 15-3
Consumer Protection Actions
Goals List common consumer concerns. Describe the steps of the consumer
complaint process. Explain legal actions available to assist
consumers.
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Key Terms
mediation arbitration class action suit small claims court
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COMMON CONSUMER PROBLEMSSources of complaints Motor vehicle purchases, repairs Deceptive investments Identity theft and credit card fraud Guaranteed and advance-fee loans Credit repair scams Telemarketing, catalog, and magazine sales
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COMMON CONSUMER PROBLEMSSources of complaints (continued) Internet auctions, online purchases Prizes, sweepstakes, and phony lottery
promotions Work-at-home and start-your-own business
opportunities Travel and vacation promotions Health and diet gimmicks
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DECEPTIVE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES Scams, cons, and swindles Too good to be true Financial losses The Internet and online scams
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PROTECTION FOR SHOPPERS Federal Laws Right to cancel your order Credit card bill disputes
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What are sources of common consumer complaints?
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THE COMPLAINT PROCESS
Step 1Step 1 Contact the place of purchase
Step 2Step 2 Contact the company headquarters
Step 3Step 3 Involve a consumer agency
Step 4Step 4 Take legal action
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CONTACT THE PLACE OF PURCHASE Return to place of purchase Remain calm Provide evidence
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CONTACT THE COMPANY HEADQUARTERS Customer service department Contact information Tell what happened Include copies of documentation Ask for specific action
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INVOLVE A CONSUMER AGENCY When you do not get satisfaction from
business Consumer agencies Public interest organization Government agencies
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TAKE LEGAL ACTION
When the first three steps do not work
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List the steps of the consumer complaint process.
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LEGAL ACTIONS FOR CONSUMERS Third-party settlements
Mediation Arbitration
Class action suits Small claims court Using a lawyer
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How does mediation differ from arbitration?