Labels on products and internet both are important consumer aids. List three advantages and two drawbacks each of using both.

Advantages of labels

1. List of ingredients present which alerts consumer (for any ingredients he/she may be allergic to or/ is vegetarian).
2. Rate and cost effectiveness can be checked.
3. Standard marks indicate quality thus consumer can buy good quality products.
4. A consumer can contact manufacturer for complaint.
5. A consumer can Check expiry/best before the date to use.

Drawbacks of labels

1. The label may be blurred, small font size. Hence consumer cannot check product ingredients properly.
2. Do not give complete information.
3. Imitate popular brands.
4. A label is not in local language.

Internet Advantages

1. A consumer can use it anytime from anywhere and purchase product easily.
2. A consumer has the option to check a wide variety of products.
3. Quick/ no time wasted.
4. Cost-effective.
5. Can compare rates, detailed features.
6. Easy mode of payments.
7. A consumer can maintain records.
8. A consumer can complain to the manufacturer in writing.

Drawbacks

1. Frauds – It may possible that hackers can access personal information of credit card, address and dupe consumer.
2. Exaggerated picture may be shown on the internet.
3. Cannot touch and feel the product before buying.