Here Are The Tricks Advertisers Use To Get Us To Spend More Money

By now, we're all pretty clear on the fact that ads can be deceptive.

A new infographic from Finances Online<span> shows</span> exactly how they manipulate images. From using motor oil as a stand-in for syrup to passing off mashed potatoes as ice cream, advertisers have no end of tricks up their sleeves to make products seem more appealing.

<span style="line-height: 1.5em;">See the tricks and strategies advertisers use below. Be sure to scroll down to see the 10 industries with the least trustworthy ads.</span>

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