Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to the tort of injurious falsehood?

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The tort of injurious falsehood, also known as trade libel, requires the plaintiff to prove that the defendant's false statement caused them to suffer a loss. This loss could be in the form of lost sales or damage to reputation. It does not always consist of a slander of title (B) and is different from defamation (D) although it may involve a false statement. While malice may be required to prove the tort, it does not always result in punitive damages (E). Choice C is true - injurious falsehood can be established based on proof that the defendant should have known that the statement was false, without requiring actual knowledge.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE with Respect to the Tort