The imputation of crime, disease, and those affecting the plaintiff in his business, trade, profession, office or calling are commonly recognized forms of:
A)per se defamation.
B)strict liability.
C)absolute liability.
D)negligence.

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Per se defamation involves statements that are considered so damaging to one's reputation that harm is presumed, and the categories mentioned (crime, disease, affecting business or profession) are classic examples of statements that are defamatory per se.

The Imputation of Crime, Disease, and Those Affecting the Plaintiff