In defending a lawsuit based on statements of opinion, the defendant may win the case

A. by arguing that the statements are rhetorical hyperbole.
B. by arguing that the statements are fair comment and criticism.
C. by arguing that the statements are protected by the First Amendment.
D. all of the answers are correct.


Answer: D

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The authors believe that study in social foundations of education

A. trains teachers in important classroom methods fundamental to teaching at any level. B. helps teachers understand the social underpinnings of teaching and learning processes. C. won't particularly contribute to making teachers more effective in their work. D. both trains teachers in important classroom methods fundamental to teaching at any level, and helps teachers to understand the social underpinnings of teaching and learning processes

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a. Participants b. Messages c. Channels d. None of the above

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Using clip art in presentation software slides is a simple and effective way to make your message unique

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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