Officer Perez is considered to be corrupt.In order to protect himself, he has lied to cover up his wrongdoings.This is known as ______.

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Perjury is the act of lying under oath, which Officer Perez is doing in order to protect himself. Mooching refers to taking advantage of someone else's generosity or resources, bribery refers to the act of offering or receiving something of value in exchange for influence or favors, and shakedown refers to the act of extorting money or other valuables through threats or coercion. None of these terms accurately describe Officer Perez's actions.

Officer Perez Is Considered to Be Corrupt