What type of pricing strategy is promoted by the amendment to the Funeral Rule?

The amendment to the Funeral Rule promotes itemized pricing as it requires funeral service providers to disclose their prices in an itemized manner. This means that consumers must be presented with a clear breakdown of costs for individual services and merchandise rather than being presented with a single, bundled price. This requirement aims to ensure transparency and allow consumers to make informed decisions when planning funerals or making arrangements. By having access to itemized prices, families can compare costs between different funeral homes and select specific services they wish to purchase, rather than feeling pressured to buy a prepackaged set of services that may not meet their needs or budget. This regulatory change emphasizes consumer protection and clarity in the funeral industry's pricing practices.