Question

analyzing a weight - loss supplement ad
while driving to school one morning, corey hears the following radio advertisement about slimify, a new weight - loss supplement.
listen here.
which statements from the ad should indicate to corey that \slimify\ is not a legitimate weight - loss solution?
check all that apply.
□ \the new product guaranteed to help you lose weight fast\
□ \you dont have to change your diet or exercise to see results\
□ \slimify is recommended by dozens of doctors and weight - loss professionals\
□ \if your weight loss seems too dramatic, just cut back to two capsules every other day\
□ \you dont need a prescription\
□ \get a free 14 - day sample\

Explanation:

• "the new product guaranteed to help you lose weight fast": Legitimate weight - loss is usually gradual. A guarantee of fast weight loss is suspicious as healthy weight loss (about 1 - 2 pounds per week) is the norm.
• "you don't have to change your diet or exercise to see results": A fundamental part of weight loss is a combination of diet and exercise. If a supplement claims no need for these, it is likely not legitimate.
• "if your weight loss seems too dramatic, just cut back to two capsules every other day": Dramatic weight loss can be a sign of an unhealthy or even dangerous product. Instead of addressing the cause (like ensuring safety), the ad just gives a workaround for "too dramatic" weight loss.

Answer:

• "the new product guaranteed to help you lose weight fast"
• "you don't have to change your diet or exercise to see results"
• "if your weight loss seems too dramatic, just cut back to two capsules every other day"