Which of the following statements is true of defamation?

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A statement that is merely one of opinion and not a statement of fact is typically not considered to be defamatory. Statements that are considered defamatory include those that make false claims about a person's character, reputation, or business, and that cause harm to the person's reputation. If the defamatory statement is published in a permanent form, the tort is called libel, not slander. To recover damages in a case of libel, the plaintiff does not necessarily need to demonstrate an actual monetary loss, as damages can be presumed. If the statements constitute slander per se (i.e., they involve allegations of sexual misconduct, criminal activity, contagious diseases, or professional incompetence), the plaintiff does not need to prove special damages, as they are presumed.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Defamation