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Consumer Protection
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Fair Credit Reporting Act | ensures that the information in your credit report is accurate, complete, and private |
| Social Security Number | a 9-digit number issued to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and temporary working residents |
| Comparison Shopping | looking for the same product in multiple stores to find the best price or the best product |
| Contract | an agreement between a buyer and a seller |
| Primary Need | something that you must have to live from day to day, like food, shelter, and clothing |
| Secondary Need | something that can help you improve your day to day life, like a computer, car, or television |
| Recall | the voluntary or involuntary removal of a dangerous product from the market |
| Value | what you think a purchase is worth to you personally, taking into consideration how it will help to improve your life |
| Want | something that won’t help you live from day to day, like jewelry, video games, and soda |
| Warranty | the seller’s promise to fix or replace the product if something goes wrong |