Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Groups Generally

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the groups generally considered to be public figures for purposes of the public figure privilege to actions for defamation?

• A) Politicians, but not entertainers, are generally considered to be public figures.
• B) Entertainers, but not politicians, are generally considered to be public figures.
• C) Small business owners and politicians, but not entertainers, are generally considered to be public figures.
• D) Politicians and entertainers, but not small business owners, are generally considered to be public figures.
• E) Small business owners, but not politicians or entertainers, are generally considered to be public figures.

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Definitions:

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

A set of accounting standards and principles that guide the financial reporting process for public companies in the United States.

Financial Accounting Standards Board

An independent, nonprofit organization responsible for establishing accounting and financial reporting standards for companies and non-profit organizations in the United States.

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board

A regulatory body established by Congress to oversee the audits of public companies in order to protect investors and the public interest.

Return on Assets Ratio

An indicator of how profitable a company is relative to its total assets, measuring the efficiency of asset use.