Which of the following is true about the identification element of a libel case?

a. The plaintiff must have been identified by name.
b. Identification is determined by the communicator's intent.
c. Identification occurs only when a definite, unmistakable description of the plaintiff is given.
d. Identification occurs whenever members of the audience could reasonably believe that statements referred to the plaintiff.


d

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Which of the following statements about group roles is FALSE?

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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