When a statement is "off the record," this means:
A) Anything you told the reporter before you said "off the record" cannot be used in the reporter's story.
B) Your identity is completely protected; no one will be able to figure out the information came from you.
C) A reporter cannot put any of the information you provided in his or her story.
D) A reporter can use the information you provided in a story as long as the remarks are not attributed directly to you.

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When information is given "off the record," it means that the reporter can use the information in their story, but they cannot attribute it directly to the source. This allows for the information to be used while still protecting the source's identity.

When a Statement Is "Off the Record," This Means