A magazine 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)placebo
B)disclaimer
C)anecdote
D)testimonial

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The statement "Results are not typical" is a disclaimer, meant to protect the company from any legal action if others do not achieve the same results as the woman in the photos. It acknowledges that the advertised results are not the norm, making it the best choice for this question. Placebos are inert substances given as medicine, anecdotes are personal stories, and testimonials are statements from satisfied customers.

A Magazine Advertisement for a Weight-Loss Product Includes Before and After