The USSupreme Court Has Held That in Order for a Public

question 14

Multiple Choice

The U.S.Supreme Court has held that in order for a public official or public figure to recover damages for defamation by a media defendant,there must be a showing of

• A) intent.
• B) negligence.
• C) actual malice.
• D) invasion of privacy.

---

Definitions:

Hydrolyzed

A chemical process where a compound is broken down into smaller molecules by the addition of water.

Basic Conditions

Environments or solutions characterized by a pH greater than 7, often used in chemical reactions to promote specific outcomes.

Condensation Polymer

A type of polymer formed by the reaction of monomer molecules, where each reaction results in the elimination of a small molecule, such as water.

Dacron

A registered trademark for a polyester fiber that is durable, resistant to stretching and shrinking, and used in textiles.