Which Tort Is the Unprivileged Publication of a Factual Statement

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which tort is the unprivileged publication of a factual statement that is untrue and injurious to a person's reputation?

• A) Defamation
• B) Negligence
• C) Assault
• D) Abuse of process

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Definitions:

Drives

Psychological triggers that stimulate an organism to action toward a specific goal or fulfillment of a need.

Needs

Basic requirements for human survival and well-being, such as food, water, protection, and love.

Internal Source

Information or motivation originating within oneself, as opposed to external factors or influences.

Frustration

A feeling of dissatisfaction, often accompanied by anxiety or depression, resulting from unmet needs or unresolved problems.