Anti-smoking warning labels on cigarette packages, dosage information

QUESTION

Anti-smoking warning labels on cigarette packages, dosage information on cough medicine packages, and liner notes on DVD packaging all come under which function of packaging?

A) to protect the product
B) to provide product information
C) to promote the product and differentiate it from competitors
D) to indicate price and universal product code
E) to help consumers use the product

ANSWER

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Packaging can provide information about the contents of the package. Food packages list nutrition information. Drug packages provide dosages and medical warnings. Packaging on DVDs provides information about music, performers, and the like. Power tool packages carry warranties.