University Of Phoenix To Cancel Student Loan Debt In Settlement

University Of Phoenix To Cancel Student Loan Debt In Settlement

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11th - 12th Grade

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The University of Phoenix settled with the FTC over deceptive advertising allegations, agreeing to pay $50 million and cancel $141 million in student loan debt. The FTC claimed the university falsely advertised job opportunities with major companies and targeted specific demographics, including Hispanics and military personnel. The university stated these ads were from previous ownership but maintained they acted appropriately.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total amount of student loan debt canceled by the University of Phoenix as part of the settlement?

$50 million

$141 million

$191 million

$100 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which companies were falsely advertised by the University of Phoenix as job opportunity partners?

Google and Facebook

Microsoft and Twitter

Amazon and Netflix

IBM and Oracle

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the FTC claim about the University of Phoenix's curriculum development?

It was developed with government agencies.

It was created in collaboration with local businesses.

It was based on outdated industry standards.

It falsely claimed partnerships with major companies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was NOT mentioned as being targeted by the University of Phoenix?

Veterans

International students

Hispanic population

Military spouses

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the University of Phoenix's response regarding the advertisements?

They refused to comment.

They admitted to the allegations.

They claimed the ads were under former ownership.

They denied all allegations.