Business GCSE

Consumer protection

What Consumer protection means in Business GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of Consumer protection

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Reference: Pearson Edexcel

Consumer law requires goods to be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose, and as described, granting consumers the right to refunds or repairs if these standards are breached.

Pearson Edexcel · Legislation and business (study guide)

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