Who oversees complaints regarding deceptive business practices?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the agency responsible for overseeing complaints related to deceptive business practices. Its primary mission is to protect consumers by preventing unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent business practices in the marketplace. The FTC enforces a variety of consumer protection laws and has the authority to investigate complaints and take action against businesses that violate those laws. This includes issues such as false advertising, misleading marketing, and other deceptive practices that can harm consumers.

The other choices, while they do have important roles in consumer protection and business support, do not specifically handle complaints regarding deceptive business practices as their primary function. For instance, the Small Business Administration focuses on supporting small businesses through resources and funding, while the Better Business Bureau acts as a mediator between consumers and businesses but does not have federal enforcement authority. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau primarily deals with consumer financial products and services, particularly in protecting consumers from unfair practices in those domains.