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Question
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975 mainly applies to:
A. presale agreements for products used for commercial purposes.
B. written warranties for products used for household purposes.
C. presale agreements for products used for household purposes.
D. written warranties for products used for commercial purposes.
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