In Authors Guild V

question 4

Multiple Choice

In Authors Guild v. Google, a US District Court judge ruled that Google's project to scan millions of copyrighted books was a fair use of copyrighted books because

• A) it is an example of time shifting.
• B) it is an example of space shifting.
• C) Google pledged to give all of the profits to charity.
• D) the project represents a highly transformative use of the copyrighted material.
• E) all of the copyrights will eventually expire, but the database will last for centuries.

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Definitions:

Constructive Expression

The positive and effective communication of ideas, feelings, and opinions in a way that contributes to growth and understanding.

Organizational Policies

The rules, guidelines, and procedures established by an organization to regulate its operations and behavior of its members.

Mum Effect

The phenomenon where individuals are reluctant to share bad news or negative feedback to avoid uncomfortable situations or reactions.

Silence

The absence of sound or the state of being quiet, often implying a lack of communication or the withholding of comment.