
Hi! I'm looking for experts who can share insights on misleading Black Friday deals. Here are my questions:
- How can a “was” price be misleading even if the product really was listed at that price at some point, and how can consumers distinguish genuine discounts from exaggerated savings?
- How much do misleading Black Friday discounts actually cost consumers, how widespread are these practices, and which products or pricing tactics deserve the most scrutiny?
- What three things should shoppers check before buying a Black Friday deal to verify its price history, determine whether the discount is genuine, and avoid misleading offers?
REQUIREMENTS: Consumer protection and consumer rights experts, behavioral economists, consumer psychology researchers, consumer law experts, e-commerce analysts, and other related professionals ONLY.
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This is urgent.
Deadline: Oct 22nd, 2026 11:59 PM (May close early)
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