Sharing standardized test scores over the telephone, telling bystanders about students' grades, and relaying information to third parties about students when there is no clear obligation to do so are all questionable behaviors that could lead to charges of __________________ .

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The term for making false or damaging statements about someone is defamation. Libel refers specifically to written communication, while slander refers to spoken communication. Perjury is lying under oath. None of the options are appropriate for the described behaviors except for defamation, as they involve the sharing of potentially damaging information without proper authorization.

Sharing Standardized Test Scores Over the Telephone, Telling Bystanders About