YouTube Is Careful to Avoid Liability for Acts of Copyright

question 2

Multiple Choice

YouTube is careful to avoid liability for acts of copyright infringement because it ___ .

• A) buys back both blanket or buyout licenses from copyright holders
• B) joins with Google in hiring lawyers who file counter claims against litigants
• C) ultimately pays for the use of videos posted by advertising
• D) pays for most of the popular videos and copyrighted music on its website
• E) removes videos immediately if told it is infringing copyright.

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Definitions:

Accounts Payable

Refers to the amount a company owes to suppliers or vendors for goods and services received but not yet paid for.

Accounting Equation

The fundamental principle of accounting that states assets equal liabilities plus owner's equity (Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity).

Asset

Resources owned by a company that have economic value and can provide future benefits, such as cash, inventory, and equipment.

Liability

A liability refers to financial obligations or debts that a company owes and is required to repay in the future.