A statement that is presumed by law to be harmful to the person to whom they were directed and therefore requires no proof of harm or injury is:
A) slander
B) defamation per se
C) libel
D) absolute privilege
E) false light

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Defamation per se refers to statements that are inherently harmful and do not require proof of actual harm or injury to the person they are directed towards. These statements include allegations of criminal activity, sexual misconduct, or a certain type of physical or mental illness.

A Statement That Is Presumed by Law to Be Harmful