Arkansas State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors Service Laws, Rules, and Regulations (LRR) Practice Exam

What are the required disclosures on the GPL?

1. Service fees and general charges

2. Choice of goods and services and reciprocal disclosures

3. Choice of goods and services along with six specified items

4. General information about the funeral home and staff credentials

The correct answer is: Choice of goods and services along with six specified items

The required disclosures on the General Price List (GPL) must include a choice of goods and services along with six specified items. This is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's Funeral Rule, which mandates that consumers receive detailed information about the funeral services to aid in their decision-making process. The GPL serves to ensure transparency and consumer protection within the funeral industry by listing all the products and services available, along with their prices. This requirement also emphasizes the importance of providing specific elements that help consumers compare services easily. These six specified items typically include basic services fees, embalming, other preparation of the body, use of facilities for viewing, use of facilities for a funeral, and the cost of a casket or urn, among others. This level of detail empowers consumers by allowing them to make informed choices and understand the costs associated with different options available at a funeral home, thus fulfilling the regulatory intent behind the GPL requirements.