Michael C. Reid wrote:
>
> When a manufacturer tells you that a compact fluorescent has a 7 year
> guarantee, they are banking the fact that most people do not track their
> receipts for light bulbs, to be able to claim a free replacement.  It is all
> based on actuarial science.  How many people even send in rebates for
> products?  It is a marketing ploy.


A 7 year guarantee??? Wow!!
In 240v ac countries they would never dare to
advertise that, most bulbs last a number of weeks
and even the "compact" fluoros we use in the shop
blow every 4 to 6 months.

Never see a guarantee offer like that in Australia...
:o)
-Roman

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