### Question
How does the law define material?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 57b*, **material** is defined as:

> documentary material, tangible things, written reports or answers to questions, and transcripts of oral testimony

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 57b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 2-FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION; PROMOTION OF EXPORT TRADE AND PREVENTION OF UNFAIR METHODS OF COMPETITION > SUBCHAPTER I-FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION**

