Speech cannot be deemed as libelous if it has which characteristic?

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Libel refers to false and damaging statements that are made in writing or in a permanent form. Speech cannot be deemed as libelous because it is spoken and not in permanent form. However, false and damaging speech can be deemed as slander. If the speech is truthful, it cannot be considered defamatory or libelous, regardless of whether it was done maliciously or not. Therefore, option B, which says, "It is truthful," is the correct choice.

Speech Cannot Be Deemed as Libelous If It Has Which