Which of the Following Can Be Raised as a Defense

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be raised as a defense to a claim of defamation?

• A) That the statement was true.
• B) That there was a constitutional privilege to comment about the plaintiff who is a public figure and that the statement was made without malice.
• C) That there was a conditional privilege to make defamatory comment on another's statements in order to protect legitimate self-interest.
• D) All of these.

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Definitions:

J1939 Data Bus

The physical neural network of a CAN 2.0 network bus using J1939 protocols consisting of a twisted two-wire pair, SA stubs, and two terminating resistors. Used as the primary powertrain bus even in systems using multiple auxiliary buses. Theoretically capable of speeds of up to 1 Mb/s but usually maxed out at 500 Kb/s in current applications.

ECU Output

The signals or commands sent out by an Engine Control Unit to various systems within a vehicle.

Refrigerant Condition

Refers to the state of the refrigerant in a cooling system, including its pressure, temperature, and phase (liquid or gas).

Over-Charged

Refers to a battery or electrical device that has been charged beyond its maximum capacity, potentially causing damage or reducing lifespan.