One student actor wins a part in a play over another student actor.To get back at the winning student, the rejected student files a lawsuit against the winning student alleging intentional infliction of emotional distress, defamation, and negligence.The jury returns a verdict exonerating the defendant.The defendant is now entitled to sue the plaintiff for ________.
A)tort of outrage
B)malicious prosecution
C)intentional misrepresentation
D)misappropriation of the right to publicity

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The defendant is entitled to sue the plaintiff for malicious prosecution, which is the wrongful institution of criminal or civil proceedings against someone without reasonable grounds. In this case, the rejected student actor filed a lawsuit against the winning student actor without reasonable grounds.

One Student Actor Wins a Part in a Play Over