________ means the writer was aware that the statement was false, but still published it

a) Actual malice
b) Qualified privilege
c) False light
d) Social tort


Ans: a) Actual malice

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A. It shapes readers’ emotions. B. It makes readers more likely to have the same opinions as the writer. C. It allows readers to make rational and educated decisions. D. It makes readers less likely to trust others.

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According to the rule of division, in an outline, if you divide a point into subpoints, you must create at least ________ subpoints.

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