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)the 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 initiation of criminal or civil proceedings against another person. The plaintiff's lawsuit was baseless, and the jury found the defendant innocent, indicating that there was no merit to the plaintiff's claims. Therefore, the defendant can sue the plaintiff for maliciously and unsuccessfully prosecuting him.

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