Consumer Reports Magazinewhat facts in print

Created by : Cate Loveday LIS 704

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Consumer Reports Nov. 2013: n. pag. Print.

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?

I Don’t Know What To Do!

Being an Informed Shopper does not have to be a puzzle

Become a Savvy Shopper!

Consumer Reports Magazine can help you!

Who are they? They are the world’s largest independent consumer-

product-testing organization.

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

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!

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.

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

Ratings

Each product is given a rating according to this scale

Ratings (cont.)

Products are usually listed from highest quality to poorest quality.

Ratings (cont.)

When something is considered potentially dangerous it is marked, along with the information to get a refund from the company if possible.

How Can I Use This Resource?

The Table of Contents gives you page numbers for different sections

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

Save Money!

Use Consumer Reports to help save you time and money when making a purchasing decision!

Questions?

Contact me! Cate Loveday lovecath@my.dom.edu

Thank you!