Dublin University Student Shane Fitzgerald Said If He Had Not

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Essay

Dublin University student Shane Fitzgerald said if he had not come forward about his phony quote attributed to French composer Maurice Jarre, "it would have become another example where, once anything is printed enough times in the media without challenge, it becomes fact." Using the information on perceptions and inferences from this chapter, explain why this happens.

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Maturity Date

The date on which a financial obligation or investment becomes due for payment or is settled.

Interest Payment

The payment made by a borrower to a lender as compensation for the use of borrowed money.

Four-Month Note

A promissory note or financial instrument that matures or comes due in four months.

Interest Calculation

The process of determining the interest charge on a loan or financial holding, based on the principal, rate, and period.