### Question
What is the definition of affiliate?


### Answer
The definition of **affiliate** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 2801*:

> any person who (other than by means of a franchise) controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with, any other person

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 2801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 55-PETROLEUM MARKETING PRACTICES > SUBCHAPTER I-FRANCHISE PROTECTION**

