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Old 06-30-2015, 07:02 AM
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Default No truth in fast food ads.

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Originally Posted by alwann View Post
I vaguely remember learning about truth in advertising laws. Some creative leeway is acceptable. The Fed Trade Commission says we're smart enough to see the ploy. But I'm with you. It has always bugged me that sandwich ads for Arby's, McDonalds and others --especially Subway -- show yummy, overstuffed delights, and what you get is some flat, skimpy, steamed thing. The first time I ever got an Arby's roast beef, I had to ask the server, "Does this even qualify as meat?"
I always get a kick,out of how they holdmthe burgers or sandwiches and also wonder if they use models with small hands.