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Consumer Reports Magazinewhat facts in print
Created by : Cate Loveday LIS 704
Instructional Presentation
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Citation
Consumer Reports Nov. 2013: n. pag. Print.
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Have you ever…
Wondered how you could make the most informed decision before making a large purchase like a car?
Or wandered down the aisle of a grocery store wondering if there is a difference between name brand and store brand products?
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I Don’t Know What To Do!
Being an Informed Shopper does not have to be a puzzle
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Become a Savvy Shopper!
Consumer Reports Magazine can help you!
Who are they? They are the world’s largest independent consumer-
product-testing organization.
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But Can I Trust Them?
Since 1936 Consumer Reports has never accepted paid ads
Nonprofit organization – get money mainly through subscriptions and donations
Buy all of the products they rate, they will not accepts free test samples
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But Can I Trust Them? (Cont.)
They have been on the forefront in making a difference, improving consumers’ safety and health!
Just a few of the different research and testing they have had an impact on:Seat BeltsMicrowave ovensChild safety seatsVehicle Rollover
Can You trust them? YES!
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Where Can I Find This Resource?
Consumer Reports is located in print in our Adult Quiet Reading Room.
It is also available as an e-magazine through Zinio.
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What Is In This Resource?
Consumer Reports is a monthly publication that offers information and reviews of hundreds of products including: Cars Electronics Appliances Food Cleaning Supplies Plus many more
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Ratings
Each product is given a rating according to this scale
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Ratings (cont.)
Products are usually listed from highest quality to poorest quality.
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Ratings (cont.)
When something is considered potentially dangerous it is marked, along with the information to get a refund from the company if possible.
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How Can I Use This Resource?
The Table of Contents gives you page numbers for different sections
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How Can I Use This Resource? (cont)
Or you can use the index, located in the back of the magazine, to look up products by their full report, selected shorter reports, corrections, follow-ups or updates
You can also read it leisurely!
More reports and ratings can be found on their website at www.consumerreports.org
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Save Money!
Use Consumer Reports to help save you time and money when making a purchasing decision!