How many items must the GPL itemize if offered by the funeral provider?

The correct answer is that the General Price List (GPL) must itemize 16 specific items if offered by the funeral provider. This requirement is set forth by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Funeral Rule, which aims to protect consumers by ensuring transparency in the pricing of funeral services. The 16 items listed in the GPL typically include essential services and goods that a consumer might choose, such as basic services of the funeral director, embalming, other preparation of the body, use of facilities for viewing, and more.

Providing this detailed itemization allows consumers to better understand their options and make informed decisions without being pressured into purchasing items they do not need. The regulation ensures clarity in pricing, mandatory disclosures, and a level of fair competition among funeral service providers.