Question

Advertising today has become a powerful force shaping the attitude and behaviour of the people.
It has an impact on how people understand themselves, their life and the world. It influences their
value system and ways of choosing and behaving. Therefore, the information it provides should
be for the common good and based on truth. There is nothing good or bad about advertising as
such. It is a tool can be used in both ways. Hence there have been efforts by the government to
protect public interest by regulating the content and the reach of advertising.
a) What is Advertising? (1)
b) What does it seek to convey? ( 1)
c) Why should there be regulations on advertising?

Answer 1

Answer:

a advertising today has become a powerful force shaping the attitude and behavior of the people.