Which of the Following Would Most Likely Be Used by a Court

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would most likely be used by a court to assess the quantum of an individual's actual monetary damages resulting from defamation?

• A) the severity of injury from the falsehood
• B) the remoteness of the damages
• C) the severity of the defamation
• D) the foreseeability of the damages

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Definitions:

Good Faith

An honest intention to act without taking an unfair advantage over another party, often a principle in contract law.

Improper

Not according to the legal standards or rules; incorrect or inappropriate.

Voidable

A contract or transaction that is voidable can be legally nullified or cancelled by one of the parties involved, often due to reasons like misrepresentation or lack of capacity.

Misrepresentation

A false statement of fact made by one party to another, which has the effect of inducing that other party into a contract.