A salesperson verbally promises a buyer that the advertised price includes a full tank of gas, but this is not in the written contract. Under OMVIC's rules:
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A
Written contracts govern; verbal promises not in writing are unenforceable and can be misleading if used as a sales tactic
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B
Verbal promises by salespeople are always binding under OMVIC
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C
The dealer must honor any verbal commitment made by staff
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D
The consumer must prove the promise in small claims court before OMVIC acts