Which of the Following Statements Best Defines the Term Gossip

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best defines the term gossip?

• A) It is the act of spreading rumors, often negative, about other people's personal lives.
• B) It is a gap between what people have and what they think they should have.
• C) It is the act of spreading evidence-based information.
• D) It is a widespread attitude on a particular issue.
• E) It is a collective flight, often irrational, from a real or perceived danger.

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