According the Supreme Court, something is obscene and is not protected as free speech if it contains which of the following elements?

I. It is prurient in nature.
II. It is completely devoid of scientific, political, educational, or social value.
III. It violates local community standards.
a. I only
b. II only
c. III only
d. I and II only
e. I, II, and III


Answer: e. I, II, and III

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