Which famous brand mascot was created specifically to combat a growing negative reputation about the company's product quality?

Brand mascots are powerful marketing tools that build recognition and emotional connections with consumers. Behind many iconic mascots are fascinating origin stories that reveal strategic business decisions or happy accidents that transformed into marketing gold. This trivia question explores how one of the world's most recognizable mascots came to life - a decision that ultimately helped build a multi-billion dollar brand identity.

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The Michelin Man (Bibendum), created to show tires could withstand sharp objects
Tony the Tiger (Kellogg's), designed to counter claims that sugar cereals lacked nutritional value
The GEICO Gecko, introduced to help customers pronounce the company name correctly
Mr. Clean, developed to overcome consumer distrust of chemical household cleaners