Injuring a Person's Name or Character Through Malicious Spoken Statements

question 45

Multiple Choice

Injuring a person's name or character through malicious spoken statements is called:

• A) misfeasance.
• B) perjury.
• C) libel.
• D) slander.

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Definitions:

Direct Approach

A communication structure that begins with the primary concept, like a suggestion, verdict, or appeal, and is then supported by subsequent evidence.

Bad News

Information that is unwelcome, disappointing, or negative, often requiring careful communication to mitigate its impact.

Parenthetical Expression

An additional piece of information inserted into a sentence as a non-essential element, often marked by parentheses.

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy where the main point is not stated directly at the beginning but is hinted at or presented later in the message.