Why more raisins on pictures of oatmeal raisin cookies that the actual cookies?

It's a classic marketing trick! The idea is to make the cookies look more appealing and tempting. Here's why:

* Visual Appeal: Raisins are often considered "unappealing" by some, especially in large quantities. Having fewer raisins on the actual cookie allows for a more balanced visual presentation, highlighting the cookie's texture and other ingredients.

* Exaggeration for Emphasis: The extra raisins in the picture create a stronger visual association with the "raisin" aspect of the cookie. This helps to solidify the product's identity in the consumer's mind.

* Marketing Deception (sort of): While not technically a lie, it's a form of exaggeration used to sell the product. The picture promises a more raisin-filled cookie than the actual product delivers.

In reality, most oatmeal raisin cookies don't have the dense raisin concentration seen in pictures. The goal is to create a visually appealing image that encourages people to buy the product, even if the actual cookie might not be as "raisiny" as advertised.