Describe two torts that involve defamation of character. Which is easier to prove? Why?


Slander is making oral false and harmful statements about another's character and libel is writing similarly harmful statements. Libel is easier to prove because there is a permanent record. Damages are generally easier to prove in libel cases.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How do people's views of nature affect marketers?

What will be an ideal response?

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According to some experts, what has been an effect of the increased use of technology for communication with customers?

A. More rudeness B. More competition C. Less productivity D. Less communication E. More personal interactions

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As decided in the case presented in the text, Biddel Brothers v. E. Clemens Horst Co, under a C.I.F. sales contract: A) the buyer has no right to inspect the goods before payment but is obligated to pay upon the presentation of the proper documents

B) the buyer has the right to inspect the goods prior to paying for them upon the presentation of the proper documents. C) the buyer has no right to inspect the goods and no obligation to pay upon the presentation of the proper documents. D) the buyer has the right to inspect the goods and no obligation to pay upon the presentation of the proper documents.

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